adj
disapproving
Disapproving (adj) means showing that one disagrees with or dislikes something. Example: “She gave him a disapproving look when he arrived late.”
adj
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Showing that one disagrees with or dislikes something.
"She gave him a disapproving look when he arrived late."
How to use disapproving
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing disapproval, especially through a look, tone, or expression.
Common pairings
disapproving look
disapproving frown
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more disapproving
- Superlative
- most disapproving
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What does “disapproving” mean?
The word “disapproving” means showing that one disagrees with or dislikes something. In plain terms, showing disapproval, especially through a look, tone, or expression.
How do you use “disapproving” in a sentence?
Here is “disapproving” used in a sentence: “She gave him a disapproving look when he arrived late.”
What part of speech is “disapproving”?
“Disapproving” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of disapproving?
"disapproving" (adj) means showing that one disagrees with or dislikes something.
