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Meaning of permitted
The primary meaning of "permitted" is to be officially allowed to do something.
Etymology of permitted
The word "permitted" originates from the Latin words "per" (meaning through or by) and "mittere" (meaning to send), which formed the Latin word "permittere" (meaning to let through or allow)
It entered the English language in the 15th century, initially meaning "to let through" or "to allow to pass", and later evolved to include the sense of official permission or authorization
Synonyms
allowed
authorized
sanctioned
approved
licensed
accredited
certified
validated
enabled
empowered
granted
conceded
admitted
accepted
tolerated
endorsed
supported
ratified
confirmed
legitimized
justified
warranted
excused
justified
vindicated
cleared
exempted
privileged
immunized
absolved
Definitions
- Officially allowed to do something
- * Given permission or authorization to do something
- * Legally or formally authorized to do something
Usage Examples
- The new policy permitted employees to work from home
- * The city council permitted the construction of a new skyscraper
- * The teacher permitted the students to leave the classroom early
Antonyms
forbidden
prohibited
banned
restricted
denied
refused
rejected
disallowed
unauthorized
unapproved
unlicensed
uncertified
invalid
illegitimate
unjustified
unwarranted
unexcused
unacceptable
impermissible
intolerable