permitted
Permitted (adj) means Allowed by rule or authority. Example: “Only permitted vehicles may enter the loading area.”
How to use permitted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOfficially allowed.
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What does “permitted” mean?
The word “permitted” means allowed by rule or authority. In plain terms, officially allowed.
How do you pronounce “permitted”?
“Permitted” is pronounced puh-MIH-tihd (/pɚˈmɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “permitted” in a sentence?
Here is “permitted” used in a sentence: “Only permitted vehicles may enter the loading area.”
What is the opposite of “permitted”?
The opposite of “permitted” — its antonyms — are banned, forbidden and prohibited.
What part of speech is “permitted”?
“Permitted” is an adjective.
Is “permitted” a common word?
“Permitted” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "permitted" and "allowed"?
"Permitted" and "allowed" both mean something is not forbidden by rule or authority, and they are largely interchangeable. "Permitted" is slightly more formal and common in official or written rules, while "allowed" is more everyday.
What is the difference between "permitted" and "permissible"?
"Permitted" means actually allowed in a particular case by a rule or authority, while "permissible" means capable of being allowed or acceptable in principle. Something permissible may still need to be formally permitted.
What is the opposite of "permitted"?
The opposite of "permitted" is "forbidden," "prohibited," or "banned," all meaning not allowed by rule or authority. If an action is not permitted, it is disallowed.
When should you use "permitted" instead of "let"?
"Permitted" is a more formal way to say someone is allowed to do something and suits rules, notices, and official contexts. "Let" is casual and used in everyday speech, as in "let me go" versus "you are permitted to leave."
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