Sanctioned
/ˈsæŋkʃənd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Formally approved or authorized by law or official authority.
The sanctioned contract is enforceable by the court.
- (adj.) Subject to or imposed as a penalty or punishment typically by law or authority.
The sanctioned party faced penalties for non-compliance.
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The term 'sanctioned' can denote approval or penalty; context is key to discerning the intended legal meaning.
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