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disapproval

American  
[dis-uh-proo-vuhl] / ˌdɪs əˈpru vəl /

noun

  1. the act or state of disapproving; a condemnatory feeling, look, or utterance; censure.

    stern disapproval.

    Synonyms:
    condemnation, dislike, disapprobation

disapproval British  
/ ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl /

noun

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

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Other Word Forms

  • self-disapproval noun

Etymology

Origin of disapproval

First recorded in 1655–65; dis- 1 + approval

Example Sentences

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But when Burr began insulting those who believed in the spirits of the dead, the audience hissed their disapproval.

From Literature

With Bass and Raman considered the front-runners of the mayoral race, their disapproval of Wasserman means he could lead the Olympic and Paralympic Games alongside a mayor who doesn’t want him in that role.

From The Wall Street Journal

She looks with disapproval toward the crumpled papers on the floor.

From Literature

However, the tactics used by the officers received an administrative disapproval.

From Los Angeles Times

However, Jeffries’ disapproval did not deter seven Democratic representatives from supporting the bill.

From Salon