What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
permissible
Example
It is not permissible to smoke in this building. [permissible: adjective]
Example
The use of cell phones during class is not permissible. [permissible: adjective]
admissible
Example
The judge ruled that the evidence was admissible in court. [admissible: adjective]
Example
The expert witness provided admissible testimony during the trial. [admissible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Permissible is more commonly used than admissible in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts. Admissible is primarily used in legal or formal settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between permissible and admissible?
Admissible is more formal than permissible, as it is primarily used in legal or formal contexts and implies adherence to legal standards. Permissible is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
