To grant/ to permit / to allow
What is the difference between those three words
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To grant/ to permit / to allow
What is the difference between those three words
The three verbs (to grant, to permit, to allow) have overlapping meanings, and in most situations you can use any one of them in place of the others.
Having said that, there are differences.
“To grant” sounds more formal, and would more likely be used in an official situation (the king or president or prime minister grants authority to someone).
“To permit” is slightly less official, but is still common in more formal settings, such as a school (The teacher gave the students permission to go to the library).
“To allow” is the least formal, and can be used in any situation where one person lets another person do something (The girl allowed the boy to use her pen).
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To grant/ to permit / to allow
What is the difference between those three words
Basically, these words mean the same thing, but there are slight differences in the context you would use them in.
Maybe there is a difference in the level of formality, also.
1) Your parents allow you to go to the party.
2) The government office permits you to visit a restricted area.
3) The king grants you one request.
The meanings overlap, but context is what makes them different.
I hope this helps you.
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