Sanction
/ˈsaŋ(k)-shən/
Definitions:
- (noun) approval; support; permission
- (usually in plural) penalty for breaking with law or custom
- 3. (tr. v.) to approve; to encourage
Sentences:
- For its illegal recruiting, the NCAA put sanctions on the college football team.
- The President sanctioned the use of force in Syria.
Synonyms/Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- (Def. 1) permission, approval.
- (Def. 2) punishment, penalty
- (Def. 3) encouraged, supported
Antonyms:
- (Def. 1) denial, opposition
- (Def. 2) rewards, gifts, praise
- (Def. 3) oppose, fight against
Definition #1
Permission slip is approval by parents.
Definition #2
The NCAA is famous for its harsh sanctions.
Definition #3
CMS sanctions Student ID badges.
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