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allowable Synonyms

Another word for allowable

Choosing another word for allowable depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Able to be permitted under a specific set of rules, laws, or standards; not forbidden or prohibited.

Usage Example

"The structural engineer calculated the maximum permissible load for the suspension bridge."

Strongest
permissible
acceptable
admissible
Strong
lawful
legitimate
valid
legal
tolerable
sanctioned
authorized

• adjective (Context 2)

Eligible to be claimed as a deduction, credit, or reimbursement under tax or accounting regulations.

Usage Example

"Business travel and professional licensing fees are generally considered deductible tax deductions."

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deductible
Strong
eligible
reimbursable
qualifying

Opposites of allowable

The opposite of allowable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unallowable
impermissible
prohibited
disallowed
non-deductible
forbidden
unacceptable
ineligible
See all opposites of allowable

• Nearby Words

allotment
allover
allow
allowable
allowably
allowance
alloy

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Allowable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/allowable
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