PERMIT

/ˈpɜːmɪt/ ► audio Scrabble 10 Words With Friends 12

Scrabble letter values: P3E1R1M3I1T1 = 10

Definition

  1. verb consent to, give permission. — synonyms: allow, let, countenance
  2. verb make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen. — synonyms: let, allow
  3. verb allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting. — synonyms: allow, tolerate
  4. noun a legal document giving official permission to do something. — synonyms: license, licence
  5. noun the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization. — synonyms: license, permission
  6. noun large game fish. — synonyms: Trachinotus_falcatus

Examples

  • “She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband”
  • “I won't let the police search her basement”
  • “I cannot allow you to see your exam”

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