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approve

/əˈpɹuːv/

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verb

To sanction officially; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.

Examples :

"Although we may disagree with it, we must nevertheless approve the sentence handed down by the court-martial."

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To regard as good; to commend; to be pleased with; to think well of.

Examples :

"We approve the measure of the administration, for it is an excellent decision."

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To make proof of; to demonstrate; to prove or show practically.

Examples :

"The student's project, with its detailed diagrams and calculations, proved/approved the hypothesis about plant growth. "

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(followed by "of") To consider worthy (to); to be pleased (with); to accept.

Examples :

"Her mother never approves of any of her boyfriends. She thinks nobody is good enough for her little girl."

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To show to be worthy; to demonstrate the merits of.

Examples :

"The teacher's rigorous grading process approved the student's hard work and dedication, showcasing the student's exceptional skills. "

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(English law) To make profit of; to convert to one's own profit — said especially of waste or common land appropriated by the lord of the manor.

Examples :

"The landlord approved the unused land behind the school, converting it into a parking lot for his own use. "

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