permissively
|per-mis-sive-ly|
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/pərˈmɪsɪvli/
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/pəˈmɪsɪvli/
(permissive)
allowing freedom
Etymology
Etymology Information
'permissive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'permissivus,' where 'permittere' meant 'to allow.'
Historical Evolution
'permissivus' transformed into the French word 'permissif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'permissive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to allow or permit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'allowing a wide range of behavior.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that allows or tolerates a wide range of behavior or actions.
The teacher permissively allowed the students to choose their own projects.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45