disapproval

[ dis-uh-proo-vuhl ]

noun

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

   stern disapproval.

   Synonyms: condemnation, dislike, disapprobation

disapproval

/ ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl /

noun

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

Other Words From

• self-disap·proval noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of disapproval¹

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

Example Sentences

Australian lawmakers have voted to censure an Aboriginal senator who heckled King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, to express their "profound disapproval" of her protest.

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Some have argued that they should be free to voice their disapproval of Israel's actions in Gaza and the actions of the Maccabi supporters.

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But protesters on Sunday argued they should be free to voice their disapproval of Israel's actions in Gaza and the actions of the Maccabi supporters.

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Despite his father’s disapproval - art was not seen as a viable career in India at the time - Gaitonde funded his own studies and earned a diploma in 1948.

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But Algeria has expressed its deep disapproval, saying France is denying Sahrawi people their right to self-determination.

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Related Words

• censure
• criticism
• denunciation
• discontent
• dislike
• displeasure
• dissatisfaction
• objection