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dis·ap·prov·al
 disapproval
- pronunciation:
- dIs
pru
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of censuring or condemning, or the opinion that something should be condemned.
She said nothing about their behavior, but her disapproval was apparent.- antonyms:
- admiration, approval
- similar words:
- censure, denunciation, objection
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| definition 2: |
a refusal to approve; rendering of a negative opinion.
Their request was met with disapproval by the committee.- antonyms:
- sympathy
- similar words:
- blackball, disfavor, reproach
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| related words: |
demurrer, denial, lick, obloquy, opposition, outcry |
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