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Approve

usgb/əˈpruːv/Volume
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Personal Opinion

Use 'approve of' to express personal support or satisfaction about someone or something.

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Although unlikely, your parents might approve of your decision to take a gap year.
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Disapproval

'Not approve of' strongly expresses personal disagreement or disapproval, often used politely.

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My grandparents do not approve of my playing video games late at night.
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