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allowed

[əˈlaʊd]

allowed Definition

permitted to do something; not forbidden.

Using allowed: Examples

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

  • Example

    You are allowed to bring one guest to the party.

  • Example

    Smoking is not allowed in this building.

  • Example

    Are pets allowed in the hotel?

allowed Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with allowed

  • used as a polite way of offering help or assistance

    Example

    Allow me to help you with your bags.

  • to take into consideration or make provisions for something

    Example

    We need to allow for unexpected delays in our travel plans.

  • to permit or admit of something

    Example

    The situation does not allow of any further delay.

Origins of allowed

from Old English 'aloud'

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Summary: allowed in Brief

'Allowed' [əˈlaʊd] means permitted or not forbidden. It is often used in contexts where there are rules or restrictions, such as 'Smoking is not allowed in this building.' 'Allow me' is a polite way of offering help or assistance, while 'allow for' means to take into consideration or make provisions for something. 'Allowed' has formal synonyms like 'permitted' and 'authorized,' and informal equivalents like 'okay' and 'cool.'