sanctioning (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsæŋkʃənɪŋ/

Definition

The act of imposing a penalty or restriction on a country, organization, or individual to enforce laws or encourage compliance with international norms.

Examples

• The UN Security Council is considering sanctioning the rogue state for its nuclear program.

• Many countries are sanctioning the regime for its human rights abuses.

• The committee is responsible for sanctioning members who violate the code of conduct.

How to Use sanctioning

sanction against (prepositional phrase)

To impose a penalty or restriction on someone or something. — "The UN imposed sanctions against the country."

sanction for (prepositional phrase)

To impose a penalty or restriction as a consequence of something. — "The player received a sanction for unsportsmanlike conduct."

sanction by (prepositional phrase)

To be approved or permitted by an authority. — "The project was sanctioned by the city council."

Synonyms of sanctioning

Words with a similar meaning to sanctioning:

• penalizing
• punishing
• restricting
• boycotting

Antonyms of sanctioning

Words with the opposite meaning to sanctioning:

• approving
• permitting
• supporting

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