GRE Word List

SANCTION

a formal decree

The meaning of the word sanction is a formal decree.

Random words

WordMeaning
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
replenishto fill or build up again
effectualproducing or able to produce a desired effect
rescindto take away : remove
pareto trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of
cataclysmflood
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion