Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

allowable

[uh-lou-uh-buhl] / əˈlaʊ ə bəl /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Allowable forms of demonstration include holding up a fist, kneeling during the anthem and wearing hats or face masks with phrases such as “Black Lives Matter” or words such as “equality” or “justice.”

From Seattle Times • Jun. 20, 2021

Now, the Copenhagen-based International Council for the Exploration of the Sea suggests reducing the Total Allowable Catch for the region’s cod from 12,720 tons to 917 tons in 2017.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 10, 2016

Allowable project costs include those for documented cleanup reimbursement costs; replacement of furnaces and other machinery and equipment; repair of structural damage; and other costs directly related to flood damage.

From Washington Times • Aug. 4, 2015




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "allowable" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com