Cool MateMeaning of Permitted
Authorized or allowed to do something.
In simple words: Allowed or given permission to do something.
Permitted in a sentence
- Only employees are permitted to enter the restricted area.
- Students are permitted to use calculators during the exam.
- Photography is not permitted in the museum.
- The plan is permitted under current regulations.
- Pets are only permitted in designated areas of the park.
How to use Permitted
Use 'permitted' in formal contexts, such as legal or official discussions. Avoid using it in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
be + permitted + to + verb
Memory hint
Remember 'permit' as 'permission' - both start with 'per'.
Related words
Collocations with Permitted
- be permitted to do something
- not permitted
- only permitted
- permitted by law
- permitted activities
Synonyms for Permitted
- allowed
- authorized
- acceptable
- sanctioned
- approved
Opposites of Permitted
- prohibited
- forbidden
- restricted
Common mistakes with Permitted
- Confusing with 'allowed' as they are similar but 'permitted' is more formal.
- Using 'permitted' in informal contexts where 'allowed' is more appropriate.
- Incorrectly conjugating it as 'permit' instead of 'permitted' in past contexts.
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Frequently asked questions about Permitted
What does Permitted mean?
Allowed or given permission to do something.
What is the definition of Permitted?
Authorized or allowed to do something.
How do you use Permitted in a sentence?
Only employees are permitted to enter the restricted area.
Can you give another example of Permitted?
Students are permitted to use calculators during the exam.
What are synonyms for Permitted?
Common alternatives include allowed, authorized, acceptable, sanctioned, approved.
What is the opposite of Permitted?
Opposite meanings include prohibited, forbidden, restricted.
What words go with Permitted?
It commonly pairs with be permitted to do something, not permitted, only permitted, permitted by law, permitted activities.
What are common mistakes when using Permitted?
Confusing with 'allowed' as they are similar but 'permitted' is more formal. Using 'permitted' in informal contexts where 'allowed' is more appropriate. Incorrectly conjugating it as 'permit' instead of 'permitted' in past contexts.
How do you pronounce Permitted?
US: //pəˈmɪtɪd//, UK: //pəˈmɪtɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Permitted?
Use 'permitted' in formal contexts, such as legal or official discussions. Avoid using it in casual conversation.