n. Function: noun
1
Synonyms: RATION , allotment, apportionment, measure, meed, part, portion, quantum, quota, share
Related Words: assignment; appropriation, grant, subsidy
2
Synonyms: SHARE 1, allotment, bite, cut, lot, part, partage, portion, quota, slice
3
Synonyms: ADVANTAGE 3, bulge, ||deadwood, edge, handicap, head start, odds, ||overhand, start, vantage
Related Words: aid, assistance, help; bounty, grant, subsidy
4
Synonyms: PERMISSION , authorization, consent, leave, permit, sanction, sufferance
Related Words: countenance, favor; indulgence, toleration
Contrasted Words: refusal, rejection; contradiction, contravention, negation
5 a taking into account of extenuating circumstances or of contingencies FF1C; we must make allowance for the inexperience of youth FF1E;
Synonyms: concession
Related Words: accommodation, adaptation, adjustment; extenuation, mitigation, palliation