CEFR B1

approvingly

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows you think something is good or acceptable.

Examples

She nodded approvingly at his suggestion.
He looked approvingly at the finished painting.

Synonyms: positively, favorably, complacently, appreciatively

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approvingly (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /əˈpruːvɪŋli/

Definition

In a way that shows you think something is good or acceptable.

Examples

She nodded approvingly at his suggestion.
He looked approvingly at the finished painting.
The audience applauded approvingly.

How to Use approvingly

approve of (prepositional phrase): To think that something is good or acceptable. — "Do you approve of his new girlfriend?"

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