Pronunciation: /pərˈmɪsɪvnəs/
noun the quality of being permissive or allowing freedom of behavior, especially in moral or social standards
A1 Permissiveness means allowing a lot of freedom and not being too strict.
A2 The permissiveness of the school's dress code allows students to wear casual clothes.
B1 The permissiveness of the new government policies has led to increased individual freedoms.
B2 The permissiveness of the company's work environment encourages creativity and innovation.
C1 The permissiveness of the legal system can sometimes lead to controversial decisions.
C2 Some argue that the permissiveness of society today is leading to a decline in moral values.
formal The permissiveness of the new company policies has led to increased productivity among employees.
informal The teacher's permissiveness with late assignments is a relief for students who struggle to meet deadlines.
slang His permissiveness with letting us borrow his car is a game-changer for our weekend plans.
figurative The permissiveness of nature allows for the growth of all kinds of plants in the wild.
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