allowed
Translation
allowed, permitted
Examples
Dogs are not allowed in this park.
Dogs are not allowed in this park.
You are allowed to take one bag.
You are allowed to take one bag.
Grammar Patterns
be allowed ((to-inf)) to be permitted to do (sth.) You are allowed to enter.
sth. is not allowed (sth.) is forbidden Smoking is not allowed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: permitted, authorized; Antonyms: forbidden, prohibited
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to allow'. Used to describe something that has been given permission.
Memory Tips
It's the past form of 'allow'. If something is 'allowed', it means permission has been granted.