disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv 
disapproved; disapproving; disapproves
: to feel or express disapproval
disapprover
noun
Synonyms
Examples of disapprove in a Sentence
She married him even though her parents disapproved.
The treaty was disapproved by the Senate.
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Trump's Approval Is Still Low According to the latest 538 average, Trump's approval rating is still below 50 percent and slightly underwater, with 46.7 percent approving and 47.8 percent disapproving.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
One of my most powerful sources of inspiration and rebellion was a steady diet of film and music that my community disapproved of — and as a part of that program, I was obsessed with David Lynch.
—Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 18 Jan. 2025
This is partly because most of those who somewhat disapprove of the Jan. 6 attack, rather than strongly disapprove of it, favor Trump pardons for those involved — a group that includes many Republicans and 2024 Trump voters.
—Jennifer De Pinto, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2025
Despite their disapproving reactions, Carey revealed that Brian got two answers correct.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
One of my most powerful sources of inspiration and rebellion was a steady diet of film and music that my community disapproved of — and as a part of that program, I was obsessed with David Lynch.
—Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 18 Jan. 2025
This is partly because most of those who somewhat disapprove of the Jan. 6 attack, rather than strongly disapprove of it, favor Trump pardons for those involved — a group that includes many Republicans and 2024 Trump voters.
—Jennifer De Pinto, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2025
Despite their disapproving reactions, Carey revealed that Brian got two answers correct.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Disapprove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disapprove. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv
1
: to dislike or be against someone or something
disapproved the child's conduct
disapproves of smoking
2
: to refuse to give approval to : reject
disapproved the architect's plans
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