Synonyms: 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
Similar words: support
Definition: aiding the cause or policy or interests of
Usage: the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
Synonyms: affirmative, approbative, approbatory, approving, plausive
Definition: expressing or manifesting praise or approval
Usage: approbative criticism; an affirmative nod
Similar words: favorable, favourable
Definition: encouraging or approving or pleasing
Usage: a favorable reply; he received a favorable rating; listened with a favorable ear; made a favorable impression