#1 approval n. [blessing, approving] the formal act of approving; "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person". wn
#2 approval n. a feeling of liking something or someone good; "although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval". wn
#3 approval n. [favorable reception, favourable reception] acceptance as satisfactory; "he bought it on approval". wn
#4 approval n. [commendation] a message expressing a favorable opinion; "words of approval seldom passed his lips". wn
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