ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Approving

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /əˈpɹuː.vɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Approving is an adjective meaning Expressing approbation; commending.

Meaning

Expressing approbation; commending.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of approve

Example Sentences

She flashed an approving smile.

Synonyms for approving

Depending on context, synonyms include approbative, approbatory, sympathetic, favorable, blessing, approval.

Antonyms for approving

Common opposites include disapproval.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include approbatory, approbative, favourable, favorable, approval, blessing.

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