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PERMISSIVE Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word permissive. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word permissive. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PERMISSIVE

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indulgent
adjectiveadj
adjective

• characterized by or given to yielding to the wishes of someone

adjective satellite

• tolerant or lenient

• being favorably inclined

lenient
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• tolerant or lenient

• not strict

• characterized by tolerance and mercy

tolerant
adjectiveadj
adjective

• showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others

adjective satellite

• tolerant and forgiving under provocation

• showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

• able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress

• showing the capacity for endurance

Best Hypernyms For PERMISSIVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for permissive, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
easygoing indulgent lenient liberal tolerant allowing

Alternatives for INDULGENT

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