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allow

The word “allow” has 2 syllables: al-low

It's pronounced as /əˈlaʊ/

What is synonym and antonym for allow?

In the thesaurus, “allow” has 202 synonyms and 67 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for allow along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for allow

Antonyms for allow

  • appropriate
  • arrogate
  • ban
  • bar
  • begrudge
  • block
  • censure
  • check
  • conceal
  • confiscate
  • constrain
  • contradict
  • curb
  • deny
  • deplore
  • deter
  • disallow
  • disapprove
  • disavow
  • disbelieve
  • disclaim
  • discountenance
  • discourage
  • discredit
  • disfavor
  • dislike
  • disown
  • dispute
  • distrust
  • doubt
  • enjoin
  • forbid
  • frustrate
  • gainsay
  • grudge
  • hide
  • hinder
  • hold back
  • impede
  • inhibit
  • interdict
  • keep
  • mistrust
  • negate
  • negative
  • obscure
  • obstruct
  • preclude
  • prevent
  • prohibit
  • proscribe
  • question
  • rebut
  • refuse
  • refute
  • reject
  • repress
  • repudiate
  • restrain
  • retain
  • revoke
  • stint
  • suppress
  • suspect
  • veil
  • veto
  • withhold

Meanings of allow

  • verb
    1. To grant, give, admit, accord, afford, or yield; to let one have.
    2. To acknowledge; to accept as true; to concede; to accede to an opinion.
    3. To grant (something) as a deduction or an addition; especially to abate or deduct.
    4. To grant license to; to permit; to consent to.
    5. To not bar or obstruct.
    6. To acknowledge or concede.
    7. To take into account by making an allowance.
    8. To render physically possible.
    9. To praise; to approve of; hence, to sanction.
    10. To sanction; to invest; to entrust.
    11. To like; to be suited or pleased with.

Example Sentences

  • The teacher will allow extra time for the test.
  • This card does not allow access to the VIP area.
  • Parents should allow their children to make small mistakes.
  • The company policy allows employees to work from home.
  • We cannot allow anyone to enter without a pass.

On this page you'll find 269 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to allow, such as: OK, accept, accomplish, accord, achieve, acknowledge, acquiesce.

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