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    L'approbation (en. Approval)

    /la.pʁo.ba.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Acceptance or support of an idea, action, or decision.
    His approval was necessary before proceeding.
    Son approbation a été nécessaire avant de procéder.
    The state of someone who is approved.
    The approval of the committee members was unanimous.
    L'approbation des membres du comité a été unanime.
    Consent expressed by a person.
    He obtained approval from his superiors.
    Il a obtenu l'approbation de ses supérieurs.
    A sign of recognition or positive evaluation.
    She received public approval for her project.
    Elle a reçu l'approbation du public pour son projet.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Latin 'approbatio', which means 'approval, assent'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To give one's approval
    To grant one's agreement or support.
    donner son approbation
    To receive approval
    To obtain someone's agreement or support.
    recevoir l'approbation
    Under the approval of
    With someone's agreement or support.
    sous l'approbation de
    With full approval
    With complete support or recognition.
    en toute approbation

    Related Words

    Approve
    To accept or give one's agreement to something.
    approuver
    Agreement
    The state of two parties agreeing on the same thing.
    accord
    Acceptance
    Adoption or reception of a proposal or idea.
    acceptation

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the good books
    Since he received approval, he is in the good books of the boss.
    Depuis qu'il a reçu l'approbation, il est dans le bon livre du chef.
    To have the green light
    Once he got the green light, he could start his work.
    Une fois qu'il a eu le feu vert, il a pu commencer son travail.