Advanced Government & Politics

Sanction

/ˈsæŋkʃən/ noun

Meaning

An official penalty or restriction, often economic, imposed by one country or body against another.

हिंदी मेंएक आधिकारिक दंड या प्रतिबंध, अक्सर आर्थिक, जो एक देश या निकाय द्वारा दूसरे के विरुद्ध लगाया जाता है।

Example Sentences

“The country faced economic sanctions.”

इस देश को आर्थिक प्रतिबंधों का सामना करना पड़ा।

“Sanctions were lifted after the agreement was signed.”

समझौते पर हस्ताक्षर होने के बाद प्रतिबंध हटा लिए गए।

⚠ Common Mistake

Confusingly, "sanction" can also mean official permission or approval — the opposite sense. Context tells you which meaning is intended.

Good to Know

Synonyms
penalty, restriction
Antonyms
approval
Countable
countable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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