Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
allow
verb
/əˈlaʊ/
Definition
To let someone do something or to let something happen.
Examples
- She allowed her son to play video games for an hour.
- Please allow me to explain my point of view.
- The teacher allowed extra time for the students to finish their tests.
Meaning
When you allow someone, you give them permission or make it possible for them to do something.
Synonyms
- permit
- let
- enable
- grant
- sanction
