Understanding the difference between these commonly confused words
A commonly used word in English vocabulary. Check our dictionary for the complete definition.
A commonly used word in English vocabulary. Check our dictionary for the complete definition.
Use Allow when you need to express this particular meaning. It is most commonly used in contexts where the action or state being described aligns with this definition.
Use Allowable when you need to express this particular meaning. This word is appropriate in situations where the context matches its specific meaning.
Remember: Allow typically relates to the first definition, while Allowable relates to the second. Think of the context and meaning you want to convey, and choose accordingly.
Using Allow: The allow was clearly demonstrated.
Using Allowable: The allowable was evident in the outcome.