Allowed

Pronunciation: /əˈlaʊd/

Definitions of allowed

verb to give permission for something to happen or to do something

Example Sentences

A1 Children are allowed to play in the park.

A2 Students are allowed to use calculators during the exam.

B1 Employees are allowed to take breaks during their shift.

B2 Visitors are allowed to take photographs inside the museum.

C1 Only authorized personnel are allowed to access the secure area.

C2 The new policy allowed for more flexibility in working hours.

Examples of allowed in a Sentence

formal Only authorized personnel are allowed to access the restricted area.

informal You're allowed to bring a guest to the party.

slang I wasn't allowed to go out last night, my parents grounded me.

figurative Her creativity knows no bounds; she allows her imagination to run wild.

Grammatical Forms of allowed

• past tense: allowed
• plural: alloweds
• comparative: more allowed
• superlative: most allowed
• present tense: allow
• future tense: will allow
• perfect tense: have allowed
• continuous tense: is allowing
• singular: allowed
• positive degree: allowed
• infinitive: to allow
• gerund: allowing
• participle: allowed

Origin and Evolution of allowed

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'allowed' originated from the Middle English word 'alouen' which came from the Old French word 'alouer' meaning to praise or approve.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'allowed' shifted from praising or approving to granting permission or consent.