Permissible

Definition

The adjective "permissible" means (1) allowed or permitted by law, rule, or authority; and (2) acceptable within moral or social standards.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA: /pərˈmɪs.ə.bəl/
• Respelling: per-MIS-uh-buhl

British English

• IPA: /pəˈmɪs.ə.bəl/
• Respelling: puh-MIS-uh-buhl

Etymology

From Late Latin permissibilis “that may be permitted,” from Latin permissus (past participle of permittere “to let through,” per- “through” + mittere “send”). Entered English in the early 17th century.

Derivatives

• Permissibility (noun)
• Permissibly (adverb)

Synonyms

• Allowable
• Admissible
• Acceptable
• Lawful

Antonyms

• Impermissible
• Forbidden
• Prohibited
• Unacceptable

Usage

"Permissible" is used in legal, regulatory, and everyday contexts. Examples: "Is it permissible to park here after hours?" and "The guidelines specify permissible noise levels."

Related Terms

• Allow: To give permission for.
• Permit: To authorize formally.
• Admissible: Suitable or valid as evidence or entry.
• Forbidden: Not permitted.
• Regulation: A rule or directive.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Allowed by law, rule, or authority: Permitted within a set of regulations.
  • Example: "Smoking is only permissible in designated areas."
• Acceptable within moral or social standards: Considered proper or tolerable.
  • Example: "It is permissible to make minor edits before publication."