GRE Word List

SANCTION

a formal decree

The meaning of the word sanction is a formal decree.

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WordMeaning
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
welterwrithe
studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
determinationa judicial decision settling and ending a controversy
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
parryto ward off a weapon or blow