Approbation

/ˌæp.rəˈbeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An expression of warm approval or praise.

The teacher received her students' approbation when she introduced new learning methods.

Official recognition or approval.

The project received the city council's approbation before it could proceed.

Approval or sanction, especially in an official context.

His actions were met with approbation by the community members.

From Latin 'approbatio', meaning 'approval'.

seek approbation

To seek approval or praise from others.

give approbation

To express approval or praise toward someone or something.

approve

To officially agree to or accept something.

commendation

The act of praising or recommending.

endorsement

An act of giving one's public approval or support.

Thumbs up

After the presentation, everyone gave a thumbs up for his efforts.

Seal of approval

Her design got the seal of approval from the panel.