GRE Word List

SANCTION

a formal decree

The meaning of the word sanction is a formal decree.

Random words

WordMeaning
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
bifurcateddivided into two branches or parts
effervescencethe property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay