Synonyms of allot

allot

verb

ə-ˈlät 

as in to allocate

to give as a share or portion

each speaker was allotted five minutes to present his or her opinion in the debate

Synonyms & Similar Words

• allocate
• assign
• distribute
• lot
• allow
• apportion
• ration
• give
• divide
• portion
• measure
• deal
• dispense
• administer
• grant
• split
• share (out)
• award
• part
• prorate
• hand out
• contribute
• meter
• earmark
• donate
• parcel (out)
• dole out
• accord
• reserve
• mete (out)
• reallocate
• admeasure
• reassign
• redistribute
• reapportion
• chip in

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deny
• retain
• keep
• deprive (of)
• withhold
• begrudge
• appropriate
• stint
• confiscate
• arrogate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of allot

Aldridge was only allotted 15 minutes with the famous singer, and was inspired by old photo booth pictures of Warhol. — Mary Wenthur, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

Insider tip If your schedule permits, allot at least two days here. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026

Hinson said the bill’s reductions to Medicaid spending for Iowa will be offset by the Rural Health Transformation Program, which allots $50 billion divided among all 50 states over the next five years. — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 8 Oct. 2026

Edmonton has allotted $37 million to its top three players, which ranks second in hockey. — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2026