Permitted: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in a formal or official context to indicate that something is legally or officially allowed.

• Smoking is not permitted in this building.
• Visitors are permitted to stay until 10 PM.

Commonly used in everyday situations to indicate that something is accepted or not forbidden.

• You are allowed to bring your own drinks.
• Pets are not allowed in the hotel.

Indicates possession of official power or right granted by a higher authority, often used in a legal or business context.

• Only authorized personnel are allowed beyond this point.
• The manager is authorized to sign the contract.

Used when something has met specific criteria or standards and has been officially accepted.

• The loan application was approved by the bank.
• Her proposal was approved by the committee.

When something is officially allowed or given formal approval.

• Smoking is not permitted in this building

Commonly used in everyday speech to grant someone permission to do something.

• My parents allow me to stay up late on weekends

When someone in a position of power gives formal permission for something, often used in legal or official settings.

• The manager needs to authorize the purchase before we proceed

Given in a formal or polite way, often used when agreeing to medical procedures or legal matters. It carries a sense of agreement.

• The patient must consent to the surgery before we can schedule it