disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv 
disapproved; disapproving; disapproves
: to feel or express disapproval
disapprover
noun
Examples of disapprove in a Sentence
She married him even though her parents disapproved.
The treaty was disapproved by the Senate.
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Americans disapprove of his handling of the war by 66% to 33%, and his approval rating on the economy has dropped to 34%.
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 11 May 2026
According to an exclusive Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll, 98% of Democratic primary voters in Georgia somewhat or strongly disapprove of the idea of federal control over elections.
—Caleb Groves, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
His hard-line immigration policies have proven to be particularly unpopular, with six in 10 residents disapproving of his actions, according to the survey, a stark contrast to the county’s historical stance on the issue.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
Democrats — 7% approved, 84% were disapproved.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 6 May 2026
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 11 May 2026
According to an exclusive Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll, 98% of Democratic primary voters in Georgia somewhat or strongly disapprove of the idea of federal control over elections.
—Caleb Groves, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
His hard-line immigration policies have proven to be particularly unpopular, with six in 10 residents disapproving of his actions, according to the survey, a stark contrast to the county’s historical stance on the issue.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
Democrats — 7% approved, 84% were disapproved.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 6 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for disapprove
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disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv
1
: to dislike or be against someone or something
disapproved the child's conduct
disapproves of smoking
2
: to refuse to give approval to : reject
disapproved the architect's plans
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