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approval

[uh-proo-vuhl] / əˈpru vəl /
NOUN
authorization
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blessing confirmation consent endorsement go ahead green light license mandate permission ratification recommendation sanction support
STRONG
acquiescence assent bells compliance concurrence countenance leave okay validation
WEAK
the nod
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ban condemnation denial disapproval discouragement opposition prohibition refusal veto
STRONG
disagreement dissent
WEAK
disfavor dislike hatred rejection
NOUN
good opinion
Synonyms
STRONG
PR acclaim admiration applause appreciation approbation commendation esteem favor liking praise puff regard respect strokes stroking wow
WEAK
pat on the back pat on the head pumping up
Antonyms
STRONG
blame censure criticism disapproval dislike disregard disrespect hate hatred neglect
WEAK
disfavor opposition refusal rejection

Example Sentences

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But local authorities must draft policies on how they will distribute their share of the money to the people who need it, before getting council approval.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

She also points out that any merger vote would require approval from shareholders of the company targeted for acquisition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

JPMorgan to build Canary Wharf’s tallest tower after City airport approval.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Planning permission has now been granted and Harrison said he felt "absolute elation" getting approval to move forward, and they "came back and opened a bottle of Champagne with the staff" to celebrate.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“I know he is a good one,” added Mrs. March, with decided approval, as she wound up the clock.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott