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Definitions

disapproval

[dis-uh-proo-vuhl] / ˌdɪs əˈpru vəl /
NOUN
condemnation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
censure criticism denunciation discontent dislike displeasure dissatisfaction objection
STRONG
blackball blame boo boycott brickbat castigation catcall deprecation disapprobation disfavor disparagement hiss nix opprobrium ostracism reproach reproof stricture vitriol zing
WEAK
black list call down slap on wrist thumbs-down
Antonyms
STRONGEST
approval compliment happiness pleasure praise satisfaction
STRONG
commendation
WEAK
agreement endorsement sanction

Example Sentences

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Feeling disapproval at home, Grace, the hotline activist, moved into a house a couple of miles away in 2020, throwing parties and having friends over to watch soccer matches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

A recent poll indicated 34% voter approval for Trump’s handling of the cost of living, with 64% expressing disapproval.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

However, Jeffries’ disapproval did not deter seven Democratic representatives from supporting the bill.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2026

It shows that this institution can recover from disapproval.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025

There was disapproval in every line of it.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke