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Definition of “disapproval

disapproval (ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəllPronunciation for disapproval

Definitions

noun

  1. the act or a state or feeling of disapproving; censure; condemnation

Usage examples

  • Rachel felt him scrutinizing her with a gaze that did not commit him to showing either approval or disapproval.
    Ferrars, Elizabeth, Come and Be Killed (1987)
  • "There isn't much left of Lucknow today," said Ali, stamping his no-nonsense disapproval of the present.
    India Today (1996)
  • Crows ' fans had the right to voice their disapproval of the incident.
    The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2005)
  • The Reds ' last two home matches have been marked by frustrated fans voicing their disapproval.
    Liverpool Daily Post and Echo (2004)
  • To express his disapproval of the system he made deliberate mistakes in homework.
    Rice, Judith, New Testaments (1993)

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