leeway

Definitions

The amount of freedom to move or act that is available.

The sideways drift of a ship or aircraft away from its intended course due to wind or current.

Examples

The manager gave the team some leeway to decide how to complete the project.

We have a little bit of leeway in our budget if we need to cover unexpected costs.

Synonyms

latitude freedom room to maneuver flexibility margin scope play

Antonyms

restriction limitation constraint rigidity inflexibility confinement strictness