ALLOWABLE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

deductible according to the tax laws

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adjective

deserving to be allowed or considered

Synonyms

Allowable, Permissible

Antonyms

Impermissible

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "allowable" comes from Old French alouable, which comes from Middle English allowable.

🧩 Fun Fact

English has both Germanic and French words for the same things—'begin' vs 'commence', 'help' vs 'assist'.

➡️ Words that Start with AL

Almsgiving Alphanumeric Allude Alembics Allergens Aluminas Alienism Allures Albany Algonquian Allomorph Allelomorph

Words that End with LE ⬅️

Barbaracle Binacle Blitzle Buzzwole Clefable Crabominable Crustle Dwebble Gible Gothitelle Grotle Grovyle