Definition of approval

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  • approval is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • approval is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • approval is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of approval

  • the formal act of approving (noun)

    Examples

    1. his decision merited the approval of any sensible person

    Synonyms

    1. approving
    2. blessing
  • acceptance as satisfactory (noun)

    Examples

    1. he bought it on approval

    Synonyms

    1. favorable reception
    2. favourable reception
  • a message expressing a favorable opinion (noun)

    Examples

    1. words of approval seldom passed his lips

    Synonyms

    1. commendation
  • a feeling of liking something or someone good (noun)

    Examples

    1. although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval

See definition of approval in Merriam Webster