Admits Of

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Pronunciation: /ədˈmɪts ʌv/

Definitions of admits of

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

Example Sentences

A1 The simple recipe admits of many variations.

A2 The basic math problem admits of multiple solutions.

B1 The novel admits of different interpretations depending on the reader's perspective.

B2 The scientific theory admits of further research to confirm its validity.

C1 The legal case admits of complex arguments from both sides.

C2 The philosophical concept admits of deep analysis and contemplation.

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

Example Sentences

A1 The simple recipe admits of easy modifications.

A2 This task admits of different approaches.

B1 The theory admits of various interpretations.

B2 The data admits of multiple analyses.

C1 The law admits of no exceptions in this case.

C2 The novel admits of deep philosophical discussions.

Examples of admits of in a Sentence

formal The theory admits of multiple interpretations based on the evidence presented.

informal The recipe admits of a few substitutions if you don't have all the ingredients.

slang His excuse admits of no further discussion, it's just plain ridiculous.

figurative The artwork admits of various emotional responses from viewers.

Grammatical Forms of admits of

past tense

admitted of

plural

admit of

comparative

more admits of

superlative

most admits of

present tense

admits of

future tense

will admit of

perfect tense

has admitted of

continuous tense

is admitting of

singular

admits of

positive degree

admits of

infinitive

to admit of

gerund

admitting of

participle

admitted of

Origin and Evolution of admits of

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French, Latin
Story behind the word: The phrase 'admits of' originated from Middle English, influenced by Old French and Latin.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to indicate that something allows for a particular interpretation or possibility, the phrase 'admits of' has evolved to also signify that something is capable of or suitable for a certain action or condition.