approval

[uh-proo-vuhl] / əˈpru vəl /

NOUN

authorization

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blessing confirmation consent endorsement go ahead green light license mandate permission ratification recommendation sanction support

STRONG

acquiescence assent bells compliance concurrence countenance leave okay validation

WEAK

the nod

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ban condemnation denial disapproval discouragement opposition prohibition refusal veto

STRONG

disagreement dissent

WEAK

disfavor dislike hatred rejection

NOUN

good opinion

Synonyms

STRONG

PR acclaim admiration applause appreciation approbation commendation esteem favor liking praise puff regard respect strokes stroking wow

WEAK

pat on the back pat on the head pumping up

Antonyms

STRONG

blame censure criticism disapproval dislike disregard disrespect hate hatred neglect

WEAK

disfavor opposition refusal rejection

Example Sentences

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Warner Bros Discovery also stressed the dependence of the Paramount offer on foreign investors -- $24 billion of the financing comes from Middle East sovereign wealth funds -- which could require further government approval.

From Barron's

If it passes shareholder and regulatory approval the deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

From Barron's

The transaction is expected to close in mid-2026, subject to conditions, including regulatory approvals, client consents and the support of Janus Henderson’s shareholders.

From The Wall Street Journal

The two companies are hoping to obtain approval from regulators to test the autonomous vehicles in London.

From BBC

Pending that and regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

From Barron's

approval

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