dispensation

noun
UK: /ˌdɪspenˈseɪʃən/
US: /ˌdɪspənˈseɪʃən/

  1. A special permission to do something that is not usually allowed.

    1. He got a dispensation to leave early.
    2. The church granted a special dispensation to allow the marriage to proceed despite the rules.

  2. A system of rules, regulations, or arrangements.

    1. Under the current dispensation, things are improving.
    2. The old dispensation favored the wealthy, leading to widespread inequality and resentment.

  3. The act of giving or providing something.

    1. The dispensation of food aid was slow.
    2. Efficient dispensation of justice is essential for a stable and thriving society.

Synonyms

scheme administration immunity allotment system apportionment exemption

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "dispensation" in English means: A special permission to do something that is not usually allowed., A system of rules, regulations, or arrangements., The act of giving or providing something..

The phonetic transcription of "dispensation" is /ˌdɪspenˈseɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌdɪspənˈseɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dispensation": scheme, administration, immunity, allotment, system, apportionment, exemption.

Example usage of "dispensation": "He got a dispensation to leave early.". More examples on the page.