Permission

Definition

Permission is a noun that refers to the consent or authorization given to someone to do something. It implies the granting of the right or ability to act within specified boundaries.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /pɚˈmɪʃ.ən/
• Respelling: per-MISH-uhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /pəˈmɪʃ.ən/
• Respelling: puh-MISH-uhn

Etymology

The word "permission" originates from the Latin "permissio," meaning "allowance" or "authorization," derived from "permittere" (to allow or let through). It entered Middle English through Old French in the late 14th century.

Derivatives

• Permissive (adjective)
• Permit (verb, noun)
• Permissionless (adjective)
• Permitted (adjective)
• Permitting (noun)

Synonyms

• Authorization
• Consent
• Approval

Antonyms

• Denial
• Prohibition
• Refusal

Usage

The term "permission" is widely used in legal, social, and technological contexts. For example: "You need permission from the principal to leave early," or "The software requires permission to access your location."

Related Terms

• License: Formal authorization to do something.
• Approval: Agreement or consent to proceed.
• Grant: To bestow permission or rights.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• Consent or authorization: Refers to the act of granting permission to do something.
  • Example: "She asked for permission to use the library after hours."
• The state of being allowed to do something: Indicates a granted right or ability.
  • Example: "With permission, he entered the restricted area."
• Legal or official approval: Refers to formal consent from an authority.
  • Example: "The contractor secured permission to build on the site."