approval Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the formal act of approving
    blessing; approving.
    • he gave the project his blessing
    • his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
  2. noun a feeling of liking something or someone good
    • although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval
  3. noun acceptance as satisfactory
    favorable reception; favourable reception.
    • he bought it on approval
  4. noun a message expressing a favorable opinion
    commendation.
    • words of approval seldom passed his lips

WordNet

Ap*prov"al noun
Definitions
  1. Approbation; sanction.
    A censor . . . without whose approval n capital sentences are to be executed. Temple.
    Syn. -- See Approbation.

Webster 1913