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?"

Synonyms of approvingly

Words with a similar meaning to approvingly:

• positively
• favorably
• complacently
• appreciatively

Antonyms of approvingly

Words with the opposite meaning to approvingly:

• disapprovingly
• critically
• scornfully

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