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permissiveness

/pərˈmɪsnɪvˌnɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does permissiveness mean?

noun

The quality of being tolerant and accepting of different ideas, behaviors, or opinions. A lack of strict rules or regulations.

Example

"The school's permissiveness towards student expression led to a more creative and open-minded environment."

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