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Meaning of disapprobation
The primary meaning of the word "disapprobation" is a feeling of disapproval or displeasure.
Etymology of disapprobation
The word "disapprobation" has its roots in the Latin words "dis" meaning "opposite of" and "approbatio" meaning "approval", which is derived from "approbare" meaning "to approve"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to convey a sense of disapproval or displeasure
Synonyms
disapproval
dislike
displeasure
dissatisfaction
discontent
disfavor
displeasure
distaste
disgust
aversion
objection
opposition
criticism
censure
condemnation
denunciation
repudiation
rejection
refusal
dissent
disavowal
disparagement
deprecation
depreciation
belittling
derogation
denigration
derogation
dispraise
disesteem
disrepute
ill repute
odium
obloquy
opprobrium
scorn
contempt
disdain
disaffection
disillusionment
discontentment
Definitions
- The expression of an unfavorable opinion, or a feeling of disapproval or displeasure
- Official or formal disapproval
Usage Examples
- The company faced widespread disapprobation for its handling of the environmental disaster
- Her disapprobation of the idea was clear from her expression