approval

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Related terms 1.2.3 Translations

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /əˈpɹuːvəl/, SAMPA: /@"pr\u:v@l/
• (US) IPA: /əˈpɹuvəl/, SAMPA: /@"pr\uv@l/
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[edit] Noun

approval (plural approvals)

1. An expression granting permission; an indication of agreement with a proposal; an acknowledgement that a person, thing, or event meets requirements.

   I need to get an approval on this purchase order.

2. An expression of favorable acceptance and encouragement; a compliment that also condones.

   Words of approval never seem to come from him.

[edit] Synonyms

• (expression granting permission or indicating agreement): approbation, sanction
• (expression of favorable acceptance and encouragement): commendation

[edit] Related terms

• approve

[edit] Translations