Synonyms for

Granted

Verb / ˈgræntʌd / / ˈgræntɪd / / ˈgrænʌd / / ˈgrænɪd / Another word for granted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To give or allow someone something they have asked for

Synonyms & similar words

allot deedover cede concede deny give yield accord allow given grant award approved authorized conceded endorsed permitted sanctioned acceded bestowed certified conferred gifted licensed ratified yielded allowed consented enabled let OK'd

Synonyms by register

Formal

conceded acknowledged admitted allowed

Informal

sure okay fine alright

Literary

bestowed accorded vouchsafed

Antonyms

denied refused rejected withheld disallowed forbidden

Common collocations

  • granted that
  • granted permission
  • granted leave
  • granted access
  • granted a wish
  • granted immunity
  • granted asylum
  • granted a reprieve

Word family

noun grant
verb grant
adjective granted

Usage note

As a conjunction, 'granted' is often followed by 'that' and introduces a concession. It can also function as a past participle of the verb 'grant'.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher granted the students extra recess time.
  2. The judge granted bail to the accused.
  3. The company granted a raise to its employees.
  4. The principal granted permission for the field trip.
  5. The president granted a pardon to the convicted criminal.

Quotes

  • The only true happiness comes from squandering ourselves for a purpose. - John Mason Brown
  • The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus. - Bruce Lee
  • I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. - Thomas A. Edison

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