GRE Word List
PERMISSIVE
granted on sufferance : tolerated
The meaning of the word permissive is granted on sufferance : tolerated.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| raucous | disagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| impudence | the quality or state of being impudent |
| implicit | capable of being understood from something else though unexpressed : implied |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |
| incapacitate | to deprive of capacity or natural power : disable |