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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 notes

In plain EnglishShowing disapproval, especially through a look, tone, or expression.

Common pairings
disapproving look disapproving frown

Word forms

more disapproving comparative, most disapproving superlative

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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.

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