Added 9 October 2026
approval
/əˈpɹuːvəl/ noun
noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about approval at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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An expression granting permission; an indication of agreement with a proposal; an acknowledgement that a person, thing, or event meets requirements.
I need to get an approval on this purchase order.
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An expression of favorable acceptance and encouragement; a compliment that also condones.
Words of approval never seem to come from him.
- Something mailed by a seller to a collector to match their stated interests; the collector can approve of or return the item.