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disapproval

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval means: The feeling or expression that something is wrong or unacceptable.

noun

NEGATIVE OPINIONB2

The feeling or expression that something is wrong or unacceptable.

  • His mother showed her disapproval.
  • They expressed strong disapproval of the plan.
  • A shake of her head signaled disapproval.

How to use it: disapproval of something (She expressed disapproval of his behavior.)

Similar words: criticism, condemnation

Opposites: approval

Common phrases: disapproval of something, show disapproval, strong disapproval, in disapproval

Questions about disapproval

What does disapproval mean?

The feeling or expression that something is wrong or unacceptable.

What is disapproval in other languages?

Türkçe: hoşnutsuzluk · Español: desaprobación · Français: désapprobation · Deutsch: Missbilligung · Italiano: disapprovazione · 日本語: 不賛成

How do you pronounce disapproval?

It is pronounced /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/.

How do you use disapproval in a sentence?

His mother showed her disapproval. They expressed strong disapproval of the plan.

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