approbation

[US]/ˌæprəˈbeɪʃn/
[UK]/ˌæprəˈbeɪʃn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. approval; permission; official praise

Phrases & Collocations

earn approbation

receive approbation

Example Sentences

The play received the approbation of the mass media.

But this is equally the case with regard to our approbation or disapprobation of the sentiments or passions of others.

The teacher's approbation meant a lot to the student.

She sought her boss's approbation before finalizing the project.

Receiving public approbation boosted his confidence.

The team's success was met with universal approbation.

His actions were deserving of approbation from all.

The artist's work received critical approbation from art critics.

The author's latest novel has garnered widespread approbation.

Their efforts were met with approbation from the community.

The company's ethical practices have earned them approbation from consumers.

The student eagerly awaited the professor's approbation on her research paper.

Real-world Examples

The Controller nodded his approbation. I like your spirit, Mr. Watson. I like it very much indeed.

Source: Brave New World

But the desire for approbation is perhaps the most deeply seated instinct of civilised man.

Source: The Moon and Sixpence (Condensed Version)

The supposition did not pain her. She liked him too little to care for his approbation.

Source: Pride and Prejudice (Original Version)

That would probably upset Frank, for he was timid and fond of the approbation of his friends.

Source: Gone with the Wind

Praise the slightest improvement and praise every improvement. Be " hearty in your approbation and lavish in your praise" .

Source: The Weaknesses of Human Nature (Part 2)

He had never yet forfeited that approbation, and he had considerable reliance on his own virtues.

Source: Adam Bede (Part One)

" And a clergyman too, " observed Lady Chettam with approbation.

Source: Middlemarch (Part Five)

The affair thus determined, and Thorpe's approbation secured, Catherine only remained to be apprised of it.

Source: Northanger Abbey (original version)

The approach he took was given approbation.

Source: Pan Pan

Politicians spend too much of their time seeking the approbation and the support of people with money.

Source: PBS Business Interview Series

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