permissive
/pəˈmɪsɪv/ · /pɚˈmɪsɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5749 in the learning path
放任的；宽纵的
Definitions
adj. Allowing considerable freedom rather than enforcing strict rules.
放任的；宽纵的
Example
His permissive parents rarely object to late bedtimes.
他的父母管得很松，很少反对他晚睡。
A permissive approach to parenting may encourage independence, but children still need clear boundaries.
宽松的养育方式可能鼓励孩子独立，但他们仍然需要明确的界限。
Collocations
- permissive parenting
- permissive society
- permissive attitude
Word family
- permit (v.)
- permission (n.)
- permissiveness (n.)
- permissible (adj.)
Synonyms
- lenient
- indulgent
Antonyms
- strict
- restrictive
Usage tip
permissive指宽纵；permissible才指被允许的。
FAQ
- What does permissive mean?
- Allowing considerable freedom rather than enforcing strict rules.
- How is permissive pronounced?
- UK /pəˈmɪsɪv/, US /pɚˈmɪsɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
