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Synonyms for Allow

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Words related to "Allow" (verb) include let, permit.

Verb

make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
"This permits the water to rush in" "This sealed door won't allow the water come into the basement" "This will permit the rain to run off"
Synonyms
letpermit
More specific
pass
consent to, give permission
"She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband" "I won't let the police search her basement" "I cannot allow you to see your exam"
Synonyms
permitletcountenance
More specific
digestfurloughgiveauthorizeadmitprivilegelegalizetrust
Broader
accept
let have
"grant permission" "Mandela was allowed few visitors in prison"
Synonyms
grant
More specific
vouchsafeallowance
Broader
give
Antonyms
preventforbiddeny

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