let (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /lɛt/

Definition

To allow someone to do something or allow something to happen.

Examples

• Please let me know when you arrive.

• Her parents let her stay out late on Fridays.

• The app lets users save words for later.

How to Use let

let someone do something (prepositional phrase)

To allow a person to do an action. — "My parents let me stay out late."

let something happen (prepositional phrase)

To allow an event or situation to occur without interference. — "Don't worry, just let it be."

let's (idiom)

Used to make a suggestion or invitation. — "Let's watch a movie tonight."

Synonyms of let

Words with a similar meaning to let:

• allow
• permit
• enable
• authorize

Antonyms of let

Words with the opposite meaning to let:

• forbid
• prevent
• prohibit

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