Pronunciation: /ədˈmɪt ʌv/
verb to allow or make possible
A1 I admit of my mistake and apologize for it.
A2 The situation admits of no other solution.
B1 The rules admit of some flexibility in certain cases.
B2 The evidence admits of multiple interpretations.
C1 The theory admits of further research and experimentation.
C2 The complexity of the issue admits of no simple answers.
preposition to allow for the possibility of
A1 I admit of making mistakes sometimes.
A2 She admitted of not knowing the answer.
B1 The situation admits of no other solution.
B2 The evidence admits of no doubt.
C1 The complexity of the issue admits of multiple interpretations.
C2 His actions admit of no excuse.
formal The complex nature of the issue does not admit of a simple solution.
informal I don't think this situation will admit of an easy fix.
slang This problem doesn't admit of a quick and dirty solution.
figurative His pride would not admit of him asking for help.
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