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approbation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of approbation

an acceptance of something as satisfactory

that plan has the approbation of the school board

Synonyms of approbation

approval, blessing, favor, imprimatur, OK (or okay)

Words Related to approbation

backing, cachet, endorsement (also indorsement), finalization, formalization, homologation, nod, ratification, rubber stamp, sanction, support, thumbs-up, vote

benediction, goodwill

acceptation, accession, agreement, assent, concurrence, consent

countenance, liking, satisfaction

Phrases Synonymous with approbation

clean bill of health, pat on the back

Near Antonyms of approbation

refusal, rejection, repudiation

dislike, dissatisfaction

censure, condemnation, criticism, denunciation, deprecation, depreciation, disparagement, opprobrium, reprehension, reproach, reprobation

Antonyms of approbation

disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor

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