sanctioned
|sanc/tioned|
B2
/ˈsæŋkʃənd/
(sanction)
approval or penalty
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sanction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sanctio', where 'sanct-' meant 'holy' or 'sacred'.
Historical Evolution
'sanctio' transformed into the Old French word 'sanction', and eventually became the modern English word 'sanction'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a decree or law', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'official approval or penalty'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'sanction'.
The committee sanctioned the new policy.
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Adjective 1
officially approved or authorized.
The sanctioned event will take place next week.
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