permissive

Word parts

permit + -ive

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /pərˈmɪsɪv/

Adjective

Positive permissive

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If someone or something is permissive, they allow a lot of freedom and do not strictly enforce rules or limits.
   • Synonyms: lenient and liberal
   • Antonyms: restrictive and strict

   The teacher was very permissive with homework deadlines.

Related words

• permit
• permission
• permissively