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"Sanction" Definition

noun

A coercive measure adopted usually by several nations acting together against a nation violating international law.
A consideration, influence, or principle that dictates an ethical choice.
A law or decree.
A penalty, specified or in the form of moral pressure, that acts to ensure compliance or conformity.
Authoritative permission or approval that makes a course of action valid. See Synonyms at permission.

verb-transitive

To encourage or tolerate by indicating approval. See Synonyms at approve.
To give official authorization or approval to: "The president, we are told, has sanctioned greed at the cost of compassion” ( David Rankin).
To penalize, especially for violating a moral principle or international law.

verb

To make valid or binding usually by a formal procedure (as ratification).
To give effective or authoritative approval or consent to.

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