Meaning of approval in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈpruvəl/

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1. Noun

   approval

   Definitions

   1. the formal act of giving approval

   Examples

   • « he gave the project his blessing »
   • « his decision merited the approval of any sensible person »

   Antonyms

   • disapproval
2. 2. a feeling of liking something or someone good

   Examples

   • « although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval »

   Antonyms

   • disapproval
3. 3. acceptance as satisfactory

   Examples

   • « he bought it on approval »
4. 4. a message expressing a favorable opinion

   Examples

   • « words of approval seldom passed his lips »

   Antonyms

   • disapproval