impermissible

adjective

im·​per·​mis·​si·​ble ˌim-pər-ˈmi-sə-bəl How to pronounce impermissible (audio)
: not permissible
impermissibility noun
impermissibly adverb

Examples of impermissible in a Sentence

Such behavior is impermissible under the new guidelines. an impermissible breach of etiquette
Recent Examples on the Web Instead, liability falls on candidates who accept impermissible contributions. Michael R. Wickline, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2023 In the Missouri case, a federal judge blocked the state law in March, calling it an impermissible attempt to preempt federal law and a threat to public safety. Ann E. Marimow, Washington Post, 20 Oct. 2023 Schumaker had impermissible publicity of a recruit. oregonlive, 19 July 2023 Gambling problems haven’t been exclusive to Alabama or coaches, with athletes at Iowa and Iowa State now under investigation for impermissible wagering. Matt Stahl | Mstahl@al.com, al, 19 July 2023 In the Masterpiece Cakeshop decision, the Court ruled for the baker on the ground that the Colorado civil-rights commission had displayed an impermissible animus against his faith. David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2023 Bohannon was fired in May during the baseball season after a probe on his alleged impermissible gambling activity. Matt Stahl | Mstahl@al.com, al, 19 July 2023 According to a league source, the infraction did not involve any impermissible contact or on-field activities. Jim McBride, BostonGlobe.com, 31 May 2023 Minutes before the first round began, the Cardinals and Eagles sent out a joint statement that the teams have agreed on the settlement of an issue concerning impermissible contact by Arizona during its search for a head coach this past January. Bob McManaman, The Arizona Republic, 27 Apr. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of impermissible was in 1829

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Cite this Entry

“Impermissible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impermissible. Accessed 5 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

impermissible

adjective
im·​per·​mis·​si·​ble ˌim-pər-ˈmis-ə-bəl How to pronounce impermissible (audio)
: not permissible
impermissibility noun
impermissibly adverb

Legal Definition

impermissible

adjective
im·​per·​mis·​si·​ble ˌim-pər-ˈmi-sə-bəl How to pronounce impermissible (audio)
: not permissible
impermissibly adverb
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