1. The quality or state of being permissive; the tendency to allow or tolerate behavior that is not strictly controlled or regulated
The permissiveness of modern parenting styles has been debated by child psychologists.
A permissividade dos estilos parentais modernos tem sido debatida por psicólogos infantis.
2. Liberality or tolerance in matters of morality, sexuality, or social conduct
The 1960s were characterized by a cultural permissiveness that challenged traditional values.
Os anos 1960 foram caracterizados por uma permissividade cultural que desafiou valores tradicionais.