disapproving (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪs.əˈpruː.vɪŋ/

Definition

Showing that you think something is bad or wrong.

Examples

• She cast a disapproving glance at his messy room.

• His parents were disapproving of his choice of friends.

• The audience's disapproving murmurs could be heard throughout the theater.

How to Use disapproving

disapproving of (prepositional phrase)

To not approve of something or someone. — "Many people are disapproving of the new policy."

Synonyms of disapproving

Words with a similar meaning to disapproving:

• critical
• judgmental
• condescending
• scornful

Antonyms of disapproving

Words with the opposite meaning to disapproving:

• approving
• supportive
• admiring

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