allows

[əˈlaʊz]

allows Definition

• 1. give (someone) permission to do something
• 2. let (something) happen or be done

Using allows: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "allows" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  My boss allows me to work from home on Fridays.

• Example

  The rules allow for exceptions in certain cases.

• Example

  The design of the building allows for natural light to come in.

• Example

  The new software allows for faster processing of data.

allows Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for allows

• permit
• authorize
• enable
• facilitate
• entitle

Antonyms for allows

• forbid
• prohibit
• disallow

Phrases with allows

• allow me

  used as a polite way of asking permission to do or say something

  Example

  Allow me to introduce myself.

• allow for

  take into consideration when making plans or calculations

  Example

  We need to allow for unexpected delays in our project timeline.

• allow of

  admit of; leave room for

  Example

  The situation does not allow of any delay.

Origins of allows

from Old French 'alouer', meaning 'to praise'

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Summary: allows in Brief

'Allows' [əˈlaʊz] is a verb that means to give permission or let something happen. It can be used in various contexts, such as granting permission to work from home or allowing for exceptions in certain cases. Phrases like 'allow me' and 'allow for' are commonly used to ask for permission or take into consideration when making plans or calculations.