Permiting vs. Permitting: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 4, 2023
"Permiting" is an incorrect spelling. The correct form is "Permitting," which means allowing or giving permission for something.
Which is correct: Permiting or Permitting
How to spell Permitting?
Permiting is Incorrect
Permitting is Correct
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Key Differences
Always double the "t" when adding "ing" to "permit."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Recall the phrase: "Permit the mitt to fit," focusing on the double "t" in "mitt."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Associate "permitting" with other words that double their consonants like "fitting" and "sitting."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Think of "permit" + "ting" to ensure the double "t."
Janet White
Oct 04, 2023
Remember that "permit" has a twin "t" when in action.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
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Permiting and Permitting Definitions
Permitting
Allowing something to happen or exist.
The law is permitting the use of such devices.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 10, 2023
Permitting
Indicating a possibility or likelihood.
The weather is permitting for a beach day.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 10, 2023
Permitting
Letting someone enter or exit a place.
The security guard is permitting access to authorized personnel.
Janet White
Sep 10, 2023
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Permitting
Granting permission or right to.
The organization is permitting new members to join.
Sara Rehman
Sep 10, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Permitting?
It's derived from "permit," meaning to allow or authorize.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Which vowel is used before Permitting?
Typically "a" as in "a permitting authority."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 04, 2023
Which preposition is used with Permitting?
"Of" as in "permitting of a certain action."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 04, 2023
Which article is used with Permitting?
"the" can be used, depending on the context.
Sara Rehman
Oct 04, 2023
Is Permitting a noun or adjective?
It can function as a gerund (noun form of a verb) or as a verb in the present continuous tense.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Is Permitting a negative or positive word?
Neutral, though context can change its connotation.
Sara Rehman
Oct 04, 2023
Is the Permitting term a metaphor?
No, but it can be used in metaphorical contexts.
Sara Rehman
Oct 04, 2023
What is the singular form of Permitting?
Permitting is a verb form, so it doesn't have a singular or plural.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Permitting?
No specific conjunction is predominantly associated with "permitting."
Sara Rehman
Oct 04, 2023
How is Permitting used in a sentence?
The city is permitting the construction of a new park.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
Which determiner is used with Permitting?
"this" as in "this permitting process."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 04, 2023
About Author
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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