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View usage for: (pəʳmɪsɪv) adjectiveA permissive person, society, or way of behaving allows or tolerates things which other people disapprove of. ...the permissive tolerance of the 1960s. Synonyms: tolerant, liberal, open-minded, indulgent More Synonyms of permissive permissiveness uncountable noun ...a culture of permissiveness. permissive in British English (pəˈmɪsɪv) adjective1. tolerant; lenient permissive parents 2. indulgent in matters of sex a permissive society 4. archaic not obligatory Derived forms permissively (perˈmissively) adverb permissiveness (perˈmissiveness) noun permissive in American English (pərˈmɪsɪv) adjective1. giving permission; that permits 2. allowing freedom; esp., tolerant of behavior or practices disapproved of by others; indulgent; lenient 3. Archaic allowable and at one's option Derived forms permissively (perˈmissively) adverb permissiveness (perˈmissiveness) noun Word origin ME < MFr permissif < ML permissivus < pp. of L permittereExamples of 'permissive' in a sentencepermissive Definition tolerant or lenient, esp. in sexual matters Her parents are permissive and set few clear boundaries. Synonyms forbearing acquiescent latitudinarian easy-oasy (slang) Opposites strict , forbidding , rigid , authoritarian , grudging , denying , domineering Additional synonymsDefinition relaxed in manner or attitude They have a very easy-going attitude to life. Synonyms relaxed, easy, liberal, calm, flexible, mild, casual, tolerant, laid-back (informal), indulgent, serene, lenient, carefree, placid, unconcerned, amenable, permissive, happy-go-lucky, unhurried, nonchalant, insouciant, even-tempered, easy-peasy (slang), chilled (informal) Synonyms patient, easy, moderate, forgiving, mild, tolerant, clement, indulgent, long-suffering, lenient, mercifula confidential but free manner Synonyms relaxed, open, easy, forward, natural, frank, liberal, familiar, loose, casual, informal, spontaneous, laid-back (informal), easy-going (informal), lax, uninhibited, unforced, free and easy, unbidden, unconstrained, unceremonious Nearby words ofpermissive - permeate
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Additional synonymsDefinition kind or lenient, often to excess His indulgent mother was willing to let him do what he wanted. Synonyms lenient, liberal, kind, kindly, understanding, gentle, tender, mild, fond, favourable, tolerant, gratifying, easy-going, compliant, permissive, forbearingDefinition lacking firmness One of the problems is lax security for airport personnel. Synonyms slack, casual, careless, sloppy (informal), easy-going, negligent, lenient, slapdash, neglectful, slipshod, remiss (formal), easy-peasy (slang), overindulgent Definition tolerant, not strict or severe The Professor takes a slightly more lenient view. Synonyms merciful, sparing, gentle, forgiving, kind, tender, mild, tolerant, compassionate, clement, indulgent, forbearingDefinition having social and political views that favour progress and reform She is known to have liberal views on abortion and contraception. Synonyms tolerant, enlightened, open-minded, permissive, advanced, catholic, humanitarian, right-on (informal), indulgent, easy-going, unbiased, high-minded, broad-minded, unprejudiced, unbigoted, politically correct or PC Definition willing to consider new ideas I have always been open-minded about politics. Synonyms unprejudiced, liberal, free, balanced, catholic, broad, objective, reasonable, enlightened, tolerant, impartial, receptive, unbiased, even-handed, dispassionate, fair-minded, broad-minded, undogmatic |