adj
Uncommon
approving
uh-PROO-vihng
Approving (adj) means showing that you think something is good or acceptable. Example: “She gave an approving nod after tasting the soup.”
adj
1
Showing that you think something is good or acceptable.
"She gave an approving nod after tasting the soup."
How to use approving
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing agreement or satisfaction, often through a look, gesture, or tone.
Common pairings
approving nod
approving glance
approving smile
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like approving.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Comparative
- more approving
- Superlative
- most approving
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
She gave an _____ nod after tasting the soup.
Synonyms
View more →Antonyms
Related words
Rhymes for approving
See all rhymes for approving →Frequently asked questions
What does “approving” mean?
The word “approving” means showing that you think something is good or acceptable. In plain terms, showing agreement or satisfaction, often through a look, gesture, or tone.
How do you pronounce “approving”?
“Approving” is pronounced uh-PROO-vihng (/əˈpɹuː.vɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “approving” in a sentence?
Here is “approving” used in a sentence: “She gave an approving nod after tasting the soup.”
What part of speech is “approving”?
“Approving” is an adjective.
Is “approving” a common word?
“Approving” is an uncommon word in modern English.
