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approvals

/əˈpruː.vəlz/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

Formal permissions or agreements that something is acceptable or satisfactory.

Example Sentences:
  • The project cannot proceed until we receive the necessary approvals from the planning committee.
  • She is waiting for the final approvals on her loan application.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'approven', which comes from the Old French 'aprover', ultimately from the Latin 'approbare' (to assent to, favor), composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'probare' (to test, prove, or make good).

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Think of 'proving' something is good: when you get approvals, you have 'proved' your plan is acceptable.

Frequently Asked Questions About “approvals

1. What is the meaning of “approvals” in English?

In English, approvals (noun) is defined as: “Formal permissions or agreements that something is acceptable or satisfactory.”.

2. How do you use “approvals” in a sentence?

The project cannot proceed until we receive the necessary approvals from the planning committee.

3. What are English synonyms of “approvals”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “approvals”?

Derived from the Middle English 'approven', which comes from the Old French 'aprover', ultimately from the Latin 'approbare' (to assent to, favor), composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'probare' (to test, prove, or make good).