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disapprove

verb

/ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

strongly disapprove

condemn, criticize, oppose, reject, object

approve, praise, accept

disapprove of behavior, disapprove strongly, openly disapprove

to make less severe or painful; to reduce the impact of something harmful

To captivate or hold someone’s full attention.

to do something considered beneath one's dignity

to put forward an idea, plan, or recommendation for consideration

to pretend or fake; to give a false appearance of

To sharpen a blade or to improve a skill through practice.