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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

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