disapprobation
/,disæprou'beiʃn/
Definition
- Noun:
- Strong disapproval or condemnation: A formal expression of severe disapproval, often based on moral or ethical grounds. It implies a judgment that something is wrong, unacceptable, or morally culpable.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The proposal was met with widespread disapprobation from the committee members.
- Her father's silent disapprobation was more painful than any shouted criticism.
- The official statement was a clear disapprobation of the company's environmental practices.
Advanced Usage
- "to incur disapprobation": to receive or bring upon oneself strong disapproval.
- His actions were likely to incur the disapprobation of the entire community.
- "moral disapprobation": disapproval specifically rooted in ethical principles.
- The law reflects the moral disapprobation of society towards such acts.
Variants and Related Words
- Disapprobatory (adj): Expressing or characterized by disapprobation.
- She gave him a disapprobatory glance.
- Disapproval (n): A more general term for the act of disapproving. "Disapprobation" is often stronger and more formal, implying moral condemnation.
- Condemnation (n): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "disapprobation."
Synonyms
- Condemnation: The act of declaring something to be wrong or evil.
- Censure: Strong criticism or official reprimand.
- Reprobation: Severe disapproval, often suggesting rejection.
- Disdain: The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect.
Antonyms
- Approbation: Approval, commendation, or praise.
- Endorsement: An act of giving one's public approval or support.
- Commendation: Formal or official praise.
Noun
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an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable
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his uncompromising condemnation of racism
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