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approval
noun ap·prov·al \ə-ˈprü-vəl\
: the belief that something or someone is good or acceptable : a good opinion of someone or something
: permission to do something : acceptance of an idea, action, plan, etc.
Full Definition of APPROVAL
: an act or instance of approving : approbation
— on approval
: subject to a prospective buyer's acceptance or refusal <stamps sent to collectors on approval>
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First Known Use of APPROVAL
1613
Related to APPROVAL
- Synonyms
- approbation, blessing, favor, imprimatur, OK (or okay), clean bill of health, pat on the back
- Antonyms
- disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor
Rhymes with APPROVAL
APPROVAL Defined for Kids
approval
noun ap·prov·al \ə-ˈprü-vəl\
Definition of APPROVAL for Kids
1
: the belief that something is good or acceptable
2
: permission to do something
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