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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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That package of funding was announced by Westminster in March, but it needs executive approval before it can be delivered.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The firm’s AI features will eventually be rolled out in Taiwan, said Hungate, a market Grab hopes to enter soon as it recently moved to acquire Foodpanda Taiwan for $600 million, pending regulatory approval.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

On Wednesday, the agency gave approval to just over $100 million for ten projects, including the two from Bold Communities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

While a request for several studies following approval of the drug is notable, “we do not expect these studies to have any meaningful impact on the competitive positioning of Lilly’s asset,” Seigerman added.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Mama took one last look into Ella's juju-trunks, then she nodded with approval, eyes softening.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

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