Disapprobation
noun
Strong disapproval of someone or something due to their behavior or actions.
The politician's dishonest actions were met with disapprobation from the public.
Often appears as...
- meet with disapprobation
- express disapprobation
Usage tips
Formal, Disapproving
Academic
noun
Strong disapproval of someone or something due to their behavior or actions.
The politician's dishonest actions were met with disapprobation from the public.
Often appears as...
- meet with disapprobation
- express disapprobation
Usage tips
Formal, Disapproving
Academic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
Disapprobation is a serious form of criticism, showing you strongly disagree with an action or choice.
Cheating on tests is considered cheating by both peers and teachers alike.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Based
Disapprobation is specifically related to someone's actions, not who they are as a person.
Using a phone in the theater attracted disapprobation.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Tone
The word 'disapprobation' is formal, best used in academic or professional contexts, not everyday conversation.
The council's disapprobation of the mayor's proposal was unexpected.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
Disapprobation is a serious form of criticism, showing you strongly disagree with an action or choice.
Cheating on tests is considered cheating by both peers and teachers alike.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Based
Disapprobation is specifically related to someone's actions, not who they are as a person.
Using a phone in the theater attracted disapprobation.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Tone
The word 'disapprobation' is formal, best used in academic or professional contexts, not everyday conversation.
The council's disapprobation of the mayor's proposal was unexpected.
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Disapproval
Disapprobation is a serious form of criticism, showing you strongly disagree with an action or choice.
Cheating on tests is considered cheating by both peers and teachers alike.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Based
Disapprobation is specifically related to someone's actions, not who they are as a person.
Using a phone in the theater attracted disapprobation.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Tone
The word 'disapprobation' is formal, best used in academic or professional contexts, not everyday conversation.
The council's disapprobation of the mayor's proposal was unexpected.
Never forget "Disapprobation"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
Quote examples
Andrew Solomon
Writer
Latino kids are not rejected by their parents for being Latino, nor are most Muslims disowned by their parents for being Muslims, but those who are gay are often the target of their families' disapprobation or outright hostility.
Quote examples
Joe Biden
American President
The moral disapprobation of society has an impact on behavior in societies.
Quote examples
Andrew Solomon
Writer
Latino kids are not rejected by their parents for being Latino, nor are most Muslims disowned by their parents for being Muslims, but those who are gay are often the target of their families' disapprobation or outright hostility.
Quote examples
Joe Biden
American President
The moral disapprobation of society has an impact on behavior in societies.
Example 1 of 2
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension