permissive (Meaning)
permissive (a)
not preventive
granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in discipline
permissive (a.)
Permitting; granting leave or liberty.
Permitted; tolerated; suffered.
Synonyms & Antonyms of permissive
permissive Sentence Examples
- The permissive atmosphere of the party allowed guests to indulge in unrestrained behavior.
- The permissive parenting style grants children excessive freedom, often leading to problematic outcomes.
- The permissive government's lax enforcement of regulations led to a surge in crime rates.
- The permissive soil conditions facilitated the establishment of lush vegetation.
- The permissive nature of the machine allows for various configurations and modifications.
- The permissive filter permits all incoming messages, regardless of their content.
- The permissive zone in the city allows for the establishment of businesses with lower zoning restrictions.
- The permissive society promotes tolerance and acceptance of a wide range of behaviors.
- The permissive teacher allows students to explore their interests without excessive guidance.
- The permissive slope gradient makes it suitable for recreational hiking and biking.
FAQs About the word permissive
not preventive, granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in disciplinePermitting; granting leave or liberty., Permitted; tolerated; suffered
accessible, lax, lenient, pliable,flexible, informal, casual, happy-go-lucky, unconcerned, laid-back
decorous, strict, anxious, decorous, rigid,strict, anxious, formal, rigid, formal
The permissive atmosphere of the party allowed guests to indulge in unrestrained behavior.
The permissive parenting style grants children excessive freedom, often leading to problematic outcomes.
The permissive government's lax enforcement of regulations led to a surge in crime rates.
The permissive soil conditions facilitated the establishment of lush vegetation.
