granted

1. 1
   verb

   Past tense of grant. Use this form for something that was given or allowed in the past.

   The teacher granted us extra time on the test.

   They were granted permission to leave the building early.

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2. 2
   adverb

   Used to admit that something is true before you say something that goes against it.

   Like nodding to agree before you add a 'but'.

   Granted, the movie was too long, but I still enjoyed every minute.

   She isn't the fastest swimmer, granted, yet she never quits a race.

   Similaradmittedly, true

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3. 3
   adjective

   Used to set out something accepted as true at the start of a step-by-step argument.

   Granted that the store closes at six, we have to leave right now to get there in time.

   Granted the rule that only members can vote, Sam cannot vote, because he is not a member.

   Similargiven, assuming

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