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disapprove

[ˌdɪsəˈpruːv]

disapprove Definition

  • 1have or express an unfavorable opinion about something
  • 2refuse to approve of something

Using disapprove: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disapprove" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I disapprove of the way you are treating your sister.

  • Example

    The committee disapproved the proposal.

  • Example

    Her parents disapproved of her decision to drop out of college.

  • Example

    The teacher disapproved of the student's behavior in class.

disapprove Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disapprove

Antonyms for disapprove

Phrases with disapprove

  • disapprove of someone/something

    to have a negative opinion of someone or something

    Example

    I disapprove of his behavior.

  • to be criticized or rejected by others

    Example

    His plan met with disapproval from the board of directors.

  • frown on/upon something

    to disapprove of something

    Example

    The company frowns upon employees who arrive late to work.

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Summary: disapprove in Brief

To 'disapprove' [ˌdɪsəˈpruːv] is to express a negative opinion about something or refuse to approve of it. It can refer to a person's behavior, decision, or proposal, as in 'I disapprove of the way you are treating your sister.' The phrase 'meet with disapproval' means to be criticized or rejected by others, while 'frown on/upon something' denotes disapproval, as in 'The company frowns upon employees who arrive late to work.'