disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv 
disapproved; disapproving; disapproves
: to feel or express disapproval
disapprover
noun
Synonyms
Examples of disapprove in a Sentence
She married him even though her parents disapproved.
The treaty was disapproved by the Senate.
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That's likely because a growing majority of Americans are hearing about the controversial proposal, and a significant share also disapprove of it and closely associate it with Trump, despite his concerted attempts to distance himself from it.
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Tia Yang, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2024
All 12 respondents disapproved of Trump's recent comments at the Black journalism convention questioning Harris' identity.
—Erin Doherty, Axios, 8 Aug. 2024
The energy was no different during Team USA's matchup against Brazil at Bercy Arena on Aug. 6, with the 30-year-old basketball star's presence on the court undeniably disapproved of by French fans.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 6 Aug. 2024
Fifty-seven percent of Americans disapprove of his job performance.
—Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 23 July 2024
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Tia Yang, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2024
All 12 respondents disapproved of Trump's recent comments at the Black journalism convention questioning Harris' identity.
—Erin Doherty, Axios, 8 Aug. 2024
The energy was no different during Team USA's matchup against Brazil at Bercy Arena on Aug. 6, with the 30-year-old basketball star's presence on the court undeniably disapproved of by French fans.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 6 Aug. 2024
Fifty-seven percent of Americans disapprove of his job performance.
—Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 23 July 2024
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“Disapprove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disapprove. Accessed 20 Aug. 2024.
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disapprove
verb
dis·ap·prove
ˌdis-ə-ˈprüv
1
: to dislike or be against someone or something
disapproved the child's conduct
disapproves of smoking
2
: to refuse to give approval to : reject
disapproved the architect's plans
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