Sanctioned duel Synonyms

Definitions for Sanctioned


  • (adjective) ordered or allowed by those in authority
  • (adjective) established by authority; given authoritative approval
  • (adjective) formally approved and invested with legal authority

Definitions for Duel


  • (noun) an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
  • (noun) a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor
  • (noun) any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups)