Definitions and Examples of tolerated, accepted, allowable
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Allowed or permitted without objection; accepted despite disapproval.
Example
Smoking is not tolerated in this restaurant.
Recognized as valid, correct, or suitable; approved or agreed upon.
Example
His proposal was accepted by the committee.
Permitted or authorized according to rules or regulations.
Example
The maximum weight limit for this elevator is 1000 pounds, and any weight above that is not allowable.
Key Differences: tolerated vs accepted vs allowable
- 1Tolerated implies something is allowed despite disapproval.
- 2Accepted implies something is recognized as valid or approved.
- 3Allowable implies something is permitted according to rules or regulations.
Effective Usage of tolerated, accepted, allowable
- 1In Workplace: Use these antonyms to describe company policies and procedures.
- 2In Education: Use these antonyms to describe school rules and regulations.
- 3In Law: Use these antonyms to describe legal restrictions and permissions.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Tolerated implies something is allowed despite disapproval, accepted implies something is recognized as valid or approved, and allowable implies something is permitted according to rules or regulations. Use these words in various contexts such as workplace, education, and law to describe policies, rules, and regulations.
