approval · noun U /əˈpruː.v.əl/
Word family
Nouns: approval, disapproval
Verbs: approve, disapprove
Adverbs: approvingly
approval (GOOD OPINION)
B2 when you have a positive opinion of someone or something
Dictionary examples:
He showed his approval by smiling broadly.
Sam always tried hard to win his father's approval.
Does the wine meet with your approval?
Learner example:
I hope this meets [with] your approval and I am looking forward to hearing from you as soon as possible. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)
approval (PERMISSION)
B2 official permission
Dictionary examples:
We need approval for the project to move ahead.
The teacher gave the student a nod of approval.
Learner example:
Besides the questionable approval given by governmental authorities, the situation might be useful to us. (First Certificate in English; B2; Spanish)
