Definitions for 'allow':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word allow. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /əˈlaʊ/
US: /əˈlaʊ/
Definition 1
To grant, give, admit, accord, afford, or yield; to let one have.
to allow a servant his liberty; to allow a free passage; to allow one day for rest
Definition 2
To acknowledge; to accept as true; to concede; to accede to an opinion.
to allow a right; to allow a claim; to allow the truth of a proposition
Definition 3
To grant (something) as a deduction or an addition; especially to abate or deduct.
To allow a sum for leakage.
Definition 4
To grant license to; to permit; to consent to.
Smoking allowed only in designated areas.
Definition 5
To not bar or obstruct.
Although I don't consent to their holding such meetings, I will allow them for the time being.
Definition 6
To acknowledge or concede.
Definition 7
To take into account by making an allowance.
When calculating a budget for a construction project, always allow for contingencies.
Definition 8
To render physically possible.
Definition 9
To praise; to approve of; hence, to sanction.
Definition 10
To sanction; to invest; to entrust.
Definition 11
To like; to be suited or pleased with.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: admit, allot, assign, bestow, concede, let, permit, suffer, tolerate
