Meaning & use
Disapproved
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Expressed an unfavorable opinion of something, or officially declined to approve it.
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Her parents disapproved of the late-night plans.
The committee disapproved the proposed budget.
A note on using this word
Functions both as an ordinary verb (to have disapproved of something) and, in formal contexts, to mean officially rejected.
Words with a similar meaning
rejectedcondemned
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