Definitions
- Referring to something that can be licensed or granted permission for use. - Talking about a product, service, or technology that requires a license or permit to be used legally. - Describing an activity or behavior that is regulated and requires a license or permit to engage in.
- Referring to something that is allowed or permitted by law, rules, or regulations. - Talking about an action or behavior that is not prohibited or restricted. - Describing a situation where something is acceptable or tolerated within certain limits or conditions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to actions or behaviors that are allowed or legal.
- 2Both words imply the existence of rules or regulations that govern what is allowed or not.
- 3Both words can be used to describe products, services, or activities that require permission or approval.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Licensable is more commonly used in the context of obtaining a license or permit, while permissible is more general and can refer to any action or behavior that is allowed or not prohibited.
- 2Regulation: Licensable implies that there are specific regulations or requirements that must be met in order to obtain a license or permit, while permissible does not necessarily imply such regulations.
- 3Formality: Licensable is more formal and technical, while permissible is more common and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 4Scope: Licensable is more narrow in scope, referring specifically to the need for a license or permit, while permissible is broader and can refer to any action or behavior that is allowed or not prohibited.
- 5Connotation: Licensable may imply a higher level of scrutiny or control, while permissible may imply a more relaxed or permissive attitude.
Remember this!
Licensable and permissible are synonyms that refer to actions or behaviors that are allowed or legal. However, licensable is more specific and technical, referring to the need for a license or permit, while permissible is more general and can refer to any action or behavior that is allowed or not prohibited.
