sanction

Synonyms: acquiescence allowance approbation approval assent authority backing confirmation consent countenance encouragement endorsement fiat go-ahead green light leave nod okay permission permit ratification recommendation seal of approval stamp of approval sufferance support word

Antonyms: disapproval prevention refusal veto

Synonyms: ban boycott coercive measure command decree injunction penalty punitive measure sentence writ

Antonyms: award honor reward

Synonyms: accredit allow approve back bless certify commission countenance empower endorse get behind give the go-ahead give the green light give the nod go for license okay permit ratify support vouch for warrant

Antonyms: disapprove prevent refuse veto