Word: sanction
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: sanc
tion
Definition: A penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several nations, or by an international body.
Morphemes:
Affix: sanction
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several nations, or by an international body.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: sanctio
Language: la
Decoded: sanctio
PoS: Noun
Meaning: law, decree, sanction