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approve

 

[ əˈpruːv ]

Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

formal

To officially agree to or accept something, often with some conditions or modifications.

Synonyms

authorize, endorse, ratify, sanction

Examples of usage

  • I will approve the budget only if the proposed changes are made.
  • The committee approved the new policy unanimously.
  • She approved the final draft of the report after some minor revisions.
Context #2 | Verb

informal

To think that something is good, satisfactory, or acceptable.

Synonyms

agree with, endorse, like, support

Examples of usage

  • I don't approve of his behavior towards his colleagues.
  • My parents don't approve of me staying out late.

Translations

Translations of the word "approve" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aprovar

🇮🇳 मंजूरी देना

🇩🇪 genehmigen

🇮🇩 menyetujui

🇺🇦 затвердити

🇵🇱 zatwierdzić

🇯🇵 承認する (shōnin suru)

🇫🇷 approuver

🇪🇸 aprobar

🇹🇷 onaylamak

🇰🇷 승인하다 (seung-inhada)

🇸🇦 يوافق

🇨🇿 schválit

🇸🇰 schváliť

🇨🇳 批准 (pīzhǔn)

🇸🇮 odobriti

🇮🇸 samþykkja

🇰🇿 мақұлдау

🇬🇪 დადასტურება

🇦🇿 təstiqləmək

🇲🇽 aprobar

Etymology

The word 'approve' originated from the Latin word 'approbare', which means 'to regard as good'. The term has been used in English since the 14th century, evolving over time to its current definition of giving official consent or agreement.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,713, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.