Permissible

usgb/pərˈmɪsəbl/
adjective

Allowed by rules or laws.

Smoking is not permissible in this building.
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Often appears as...

  • permissible behavior
  • permissible under law
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Cultural Sensitivity

The idea of what's permissible varies between cultures and contexts.

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In some cultures, it's permissible to burp after a meal as a compliment.
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Regulatory Context

Permissible often refers to what is allowed by specific rules, regulations, or laws.

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It's permissible to turn right on red at this intersection.
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Subjectivity

'Permissible' can be subjective and depend on individual interpretation or agreement.

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Using your phone during dinner may be permissible depending on the host's rules.
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