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permissivist|pəˈmɪsɪvɪst|
[f. permissive a. + -ist.]
A person considered excessively indulgent toward generally unacceptable or unconventional behaviour or attitudes, spec. in sexual matters.
1966Times 16 Feb. 13 Theatrical permissivists should ask themselves whether, if there must be censorship, it is not better from their point of view that it should remain with a rationally indefensible institution, which is in no position to enforce for long unpopular or unjustifiable standards. 1970[see pablum]. 1972Daily Tel. 13 Apr. 8/6 Since sex is a mere function away from all feeling it may be discussed, say the permissivists, in whatever detail, without anyone suffering any harm. 1973Church Times 16 Nov. 9 The permissivists meanwhile demand..evidence, confident that it is..unobtainable. |