disapprove

dis·ap·prove

verb \-ˈprüv\

Definition of DISAPPROVE

transitive verb

1

: to pass unfavorable judgment on

2

: to refuse approval to : reject

intransitive verb

: to feel or express disapproval

— dis·ap·prov·er noun

— dis·ap·prov·ing·ly \-ˈprü-viŋ-lē\ adverb

Examples of DISAPPROVE

1. She married him even though her parents disapproved.
2. The treaty was disapproved by the Senate.

First Known Use of DISAPPROVE

1614

Related to DISAPPROVE

Synonyms

decline, disallow, deny, negative, nix, refuse, reject, reprobate, withhold

Antonyms

allow, concede, grant, let, OK (or okay), permit

Related Words

ban, enjoin, forbid, prohibit, proscribe, veto; rebuff, repel, spurn; check, constrain, curb, hold, keep, repress, restrain, restrict; balk (at), hinder, impede, obstruct

Near Antonyms

afford, furnish, give, provide, supply; authorize, commission, license (also licence); accede (to), acquiesce, agree (to), assent (to), consent (to), warrant; accord, sanction, vouchsafe

Rhymes with DISAPPROVE

microgroove, on the move, tongue-and-groove