condone kuhn-DOHN verb WS #9

to overlook, forgive, or approve of behavior that is considered wrong or offensive; to accept and allow behavior that is usually not acceptable

1. The school does not condone cheating on exams.
2. I cannot condone such dishonest behavior.
3. The manager refused to condone employees arriving late.
4. Her silence seemed to condone their actions.
5. The coach made it clear he would not condone poor sportsmanship.