allow modification

[əˈlaʊ ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
verb phrase
permitir modificação
1. to grant permission for something to be changed or altered
The software license does not allow modification of the source code.
A licença de software não permite modificação do código-fonte.
2. to enable or facilitate changes to an object, document, or system
This template allows modification of colors and fonts.
Este modelo permite modificação de cores e fontes.
3. to provide the capability to alter or adjust parameters
The new policy allows modification of work schedules for employees.
A nova política permite modificação de horários de trabalho para funcionários.
In Brazilian business and tech contexts, 'permitir modificação' is the standard professional phrase used in software licenses, contracts, and technical documentation. In Portugal, legal documents may prefer 'permitir alteração' for a more formal tone. This phrase is fundamental in discussions about intellectual property rights and software licensing agreements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
permit modificationenable modificationauthorize alterationfacilitate changeapprove editing
Antonyms / Antônimos
forbid modificationprevent modificationrestrict changeslock downdisable editing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
permitir modificação
standard usage in technical and legal contexts
São Paulo
permitir modificação / permitir alteração
both terms commonly used in business documents
Rio de Janeiro
permitir modificação
standard technical terminology
Portugal
permitir modificação / permitir alteração
both expressions accepted, 'alteração' slightly more formal in legal documents

Related Words

authorizationpermissionalterationeditamendmentcustomization

Related Idioms & Phrases

allow for modification
allow room for modification
allow some give and take
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