GRE Word List

PERMISSIVE

granted on sufferance : tolerated

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

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WordMeaning
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
fiatan authoritative or arbitrary order : decree
provenderdry food for domestic animals : feed
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
uproariousmarked by uproar
repressto check by or as if by pressure : curb
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
vergebrink