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    Approbation (en. Approval)

    /ap.ʁo.ba.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Acceptance or agreement given to an action, opinion, or decision.
    He received his supervisor's approval for the project.
    Il a reçu l'approbation de son superviseur pour le projet.
    Support or confirmation by an authority.
    Approval from health authorities is essential before launching the drug.
    L'approbation des autorités sanitaires est essentielle avant de lancer le médicament.
    Feeling of satisfaction or adherence.
    Public approval was unanimous at the film's premiere.
    L'approbation du public a été unanime lors de la première du film.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'approbatio', which means 'approval'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    give one's approval
    Expressing consent or permission.
    donner son approbation
    seeking approval
    Seeking to receive the support or favorable opinion of others.
    en quête d'approbation
    receive approval
    Obtaining consent or agreement from a third party.
    recevoir l'approbation

    Related Words

    approve
    To accept or find satisfying.
    approuver
    approver
    One who expresses approval.
    approbateur
    disapproval
    Absence of consent or support.
    non-approbation

    Slang Meanings

    Well seen
    His initiative was well seen by everyone; he obtained general approval.
    Son initiative a été bien vue par tout le monde, il a obtenu l'approbation générale.
    OK
    Everything is OK for the product launch after final approval.
    Tout est OK pour le lancement du produit après l'approbation finale.