Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disapprove
verb
/ˌdɪs.əˈpruːv/
Definition
To have a negative opinion about something or to refuse to agree with it.
Examples
- She disapproves of smoking in public places.
- The teacher disapproved of the student’s excuse for being late.
- Many parents disapprove of violent video games.
Meaning
Disapprove means to express a lack of approval or to show that you do not think something is right or good.
Synonyms
- condemn
- reject
- object to
- dissent
- oppose
