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sanctioned
[sangk-shuhnd]
adjective
authorized, approved, or allowed.
Locke's main argument was that unlimited accumulation of wealth was moral, religiously sanctioned, and logical.
officially or formally ratified or confirmed.
The event is run exclusively in association with the National Franchise Association, so participating franchisees have all met the NFA-sanctioned code of ethics.
penalized, especially by way of discipline or to force compliance with legal obligations.
The embargo had no real impact—but how often have we ever seen a sanctioned political leader say, “OK, I guess I’ll give in now”?
verb
the simple past tense and past participle of sanction.
Other Word Forms
- nonsanctioned adjective
- quasi-sanctioned adjective
- unsanctioned adjective
- well-sanctioned adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of sanctioned1
Example Sentences
The Public Utilities Commission sanctioned these projects with each of the eight utility companies in the state, and the result was a big surprise.
Since the 2000s, he has been sanctioned by the UN Security Council and the US for his involvement in Iran's nuclear and military programmes.
The UK has sanctioned two Israeli far-right ministers over comments they made on Gaza.
Any new event may not be sanctioned by the game's governing bodies and would require significant investment to lure players, hire venues and market itself to fans.
The tribunal concluded Prof Thompson's fitness to practise is impaired, but whether he will be sanctioned is still to be decided.
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