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Permissive Behavior

Definition:

Permissive behavior refers to a lenient or indulgent approach towards others, allowing or tolerating their actions or decisions without imposing strict rules or limitations.

Senses:

Sense 1

Noun: The act of granting excessive freedom or unrestrictive authority to individuals, typically in a parenting or leadership role.

Example sentence: The permissive behavior of the parents led to their children having little discipline and respect for rules.

Sense 2

Adjective: Characterized by a disposition to allow or accommodate others' actions without sufficient control or regulation.

Example sentence: The teacher's permissive behavior in the classroom allowed the students to constantly disrupt the lesson.

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