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