Pronunciation

/əˈləʊ/

Definitions

• Verb: n. v. To give permission or approval for something to happen; to permit. Also, to enable (a person) to do something. Example:

  • “The teacher allowed the students to use their phones during breaks.”
  • “The boss allows flexible working hours.”

• Noun: Permission or authorization given to do something. Example:

  • “With his parent’s allowance, he could buy that new video game.”
  • “The company has a strict policy on alcohol consumption during work hours; no allowance is granted.”

• Adjective: Permissive or not restrictive. Example:

  • “The school has a lenient policy on tardiness, allowing some leeway.”

Phrases

• “Allow for” means to consider or accommodate a certain factor or possibility.
• “Allowance” refers to a sum of money given regularly for personal expenses.
• “Not allowing for” indicates something that does not take into account or consider a particular aspect.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “After careful consideration, the supervisor allowed the project deadline to be extended.”
• Noun: “As a reward for good grades, she received a larger allowance this month.”
• Adjective: “The new policy doesn’t allow for any exceptions to the rules.”

Synonyms

• Permit
• Approve
• Authorize
• Concede
• Endorse
• Sanction

Antonyms

• Prohibit
• Deny
• Restrict
• Refuse
• Disallow