GRE Word List

PERMISSIVE

granted on sufferance : tolerated

The meaning of the word permissive is granted on sufferance : tolerated.

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WordMeaning
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
fictitiousof, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
expertisethe skill of an expert
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
succorrelief
reckoncount
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity