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The project earned the teacher's approbation.
What does Approbation mean?
Approbation means approval or praise.
Dictionary definition
Official approval or strong praise.
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The plan received approbation from the committee.
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The writer did not seek public approbation, but the praise encouraged her.
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WordApprobation.
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MeaningApprobation means approval or praise.
ExampleExample: The project earned the teacher's approbation.
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- Syllables
- ap · ruh · bay · shun
- Strongest beat
- bay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on bay.
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disapprovalUse when something is not accepted or supported.
criticismUse when pointing out faults or problems.
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Approbation word family
Base word
approbation
verb
approbate
To approve formally, though this form is uncommon.
adjective
approbatory
Expressing approval or praise.
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