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PERMISSIVE

(adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Permissive.

Permissive - as an adjective

Not preventive

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
preventive

Granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in discipline

Example: "Direct primary legislation is largely permissive rather than prescriptive"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unpermissive

Example Sentences

"The permissive parent allowed their child to stay out late."
"Her permissive attitude towards her employees led to a decrease in productivity."
"The school has a permissive dress code that allows students to wear casual clothes."
"The permissive teacher rarely enforced any rules in the classroom."
"He has a permissive approach to parenting, giving his children a lot of freedom."
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Word Game Points

Is PERMISSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, permissive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERMISSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PERMISSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, permissive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERMISSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is PERMISSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, permissive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERMISSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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