Synonyms for sanction
noun
Approval
consent, acquiescence, assent; see permission.
A coercive measure
decree, command, writ, sentence, ban, embargo, injunction, loss of reward, penalty, punishment, punitive sanctions, civil sanctions, remuneratory sanctions.
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noun
The approving of an action, especially when done by one in authority:
allowance, approbation, approval, authorization, consent, endorsement, leave2, license, permission, permit. (Informal) OK. See allowAn act of confirming officially:
affirmation, approval, confirmation, ratification. See lawA coercive measure intended to ensure compliance or conformity:
interdict, interdiction, penalty. See reward
verb
To give one's consent to:
allow, approbate, approve, authorize, consent, endorse, let, permit. (Informal) OK. See allowTo accept officially:
adopt, affirm, approve, confirm, pass, ratify. See accept, law
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