GRE Word List

SANCTION

a formal decree

The meaning of the word sanction is a formal decree.

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bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
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ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
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bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
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