approving (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈpruːvɪŋ/

Definition

Showing or expressing satisfaction or agreement with something.

Examples

• She gave an approving smile when she saw the finished artwork.

• The committee's approving vote ensured the project would move forward.

• His parents listened with an approving silence as he explained his plans.

How to Use approving

approving of (prepositional phrase)

Showing agreement or satisfaction with someone or something. — "He was very approving of her decision to pursue further education."

Synonyms of approving

Words with a similar meaning to approving:

• favorable
• assenting
• commendatory
• sanctioning

Antonyms of approving

Words with the opposite meaning to approving:

• disapproving
• critical
• condemnatory

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