sanctioningly
|sanc-tion-ing-ly|
/ˈsæŋkʃən/
(sanction)
approval or penalty
Etymology
'sanction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sanctio' (from the verb 'sancire'), where 'sancire' meant 'to make sacred, to confirm.'
'sanction' came into English via Old French 'sanction' and Middle English 'sanction', eventually becoming the modern English word 'sanction'.
Initially, it meant 'a decree or act that makes something sacred or confirmed'; over time it evolved to mean both 'to authorize/approve' and 'to punish/enforce penalties', and derived forms (e.g., 'sanctioningly') reflect those senses.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that expresses approval, authorization, or formal endorsement.
The chair nodded sanctioningly as the committee agreed to the proposal.
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Adverb 2
in a manner that imposes or enforces a penalty or punitive measure.
The regulator acted sanctioningly, announcing penalties for the violations.
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