GRE Word List

SANCTION

a formal decree

The meaning of the word sanction is a formal decree.

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WordMeaning
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service
carousala wild, drunken party or celebration : a drunken revel : carouse
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
sojourna temporary stay
transcendentaltranscendent
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
subpoenaa writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure
pendantsomething suspended: such as