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dis·ap·prove
 disapprove
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- pronunciation:
- dIs
pruv
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
disapproves, disapproving, disapproved |
| definition: |
If you disapprove of something, you think it is bad and wrong. Most people disapprove of people being cruel to animals, for example. Let's say your parents disapprove of one of your friends. That means that they feel this person will not be a good friend for you. They believe they will not treat you well, or they will influence you in some bad way.
Carrie wanted to get a monkey for a pet, but her parents strongly disapproved.So many people of the town disapproved of the plan for the new town hall that the project was cancelled.Mr. Myers disapproves of his daughter's boyfriend. He doesn't want her to see him anymore.- synonyms:
- object
- antonyms:
- approve
- similar words:
- frown on
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| derivations: |
disapprovingly (adv.), disapprover (n.) |
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