| A | B |
| abstain | To not do something by choice; To not vote |
| acknowledge | To admit the truth, existence or reality of something; To show you have received something |
| advocate | To recommend; to write or speak in favor of a cause |
| coalition | An alliance of people, parties or nations |
| conform | To follow rules or customs |
| invalid | Not effective or legal |
| justify | To demonstrate that something is legal or fair; to defend with reasons |
| sanction | To permit or approve of an action; To punish a nation or group that has broken accepted laws |
| underlie | To approve or provide a basis of support |
| uphold | uphold to maintain or support |