approving
Approving (adj) means showing that you think something is good or acceptable. Example: “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.
Word forms
more approving comparative, most approving superlative
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She gave an _____ nod after tasting the soup.
Rhymes for approving
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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.