as in disliked
to hold an unfavorable opinion of
my sister disapproves of my smoking
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disapproved (of)
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HOAs are disliked by some residents.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025 -
Some who disliked the conservative activist have posted comments on social media that have jeopardized their jobs, including public school teachers in Texas.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Sep. 2025
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In September 2024, Musk again criticized Albanese’s government, responding to a post reporting that Australia was considering fining social media platforms for failing to prevent misinformation.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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The outlet said many criticized his behavior, labeling it racist, sexist, or out of touch.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Disapproved (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disapproved%20%28of%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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