Sentence:  On the positive side , recent Federal action has largely undermined the legal sanction so long <WSD>enjoyed</WSD> by the segregationist position ; anti-discriminatory statutes in housing have now been adopted by thirteen states and , while specific provisions have varied , the tendency is clearly toward expanding coverage . 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in