frequently-sanctioned
|fre-quent-ly-san-ctioned|
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/ˈfriːkwəntli ˈsæŋkʃənd/
(sanction)
approval or penalty
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sanction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sanctio,' where 'sanct-' meant 'to decree or ordain.'
Historical Evolution
'sanctio' transformed into the Old French word 'sanction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sanction' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a decree or ordinance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a penalty or approval.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
subject to frequent sanctions or penalties.
The company was frequently-sanctioned for violating environmental regulations.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 04:07