Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for disapproval. Search instead for assured approval.
Definitions

disapproval

[dis-uh-proo-vuhl] / ˌdɪs əˈpru vəl /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Jon Gould, dean of UC Irvine’s School of Social Ecology, said the level of disapproval for Trump is striking given Orange County’s generally close political divide.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The bill’s structure has earned the disapproval of the state bar association and drawn constitutional challenges.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Defender Antonio Rudiger hinted his disapproval but stopped short of direct criticism.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

A Washington Post-Schar School poll conducted unusually early showed a nearly even split in the governor’s approval and disapproval ratings.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

Charlie Valentine thrust his top dentures from his mouth and sucked them back in again, his favorite gesture of disapproval.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby




Vocabulary lists containing disapproval