disapprobation
noun/dɪsˌæpɹəˈbeɪʃən/UK
Etymology
From dis- + approbation.
- derived from approbatio
- derived from approbacion
- inherited from approbacioun
Definitions
An act or expression of condemnation or disapproval, especially on moral grounds.
- Though a gentle Sigh which ſtole from the Boſom of Nancy, ſeemed to argue ſome ſecret Diſapprobation of theſe Sentiments, ſhe did not dare openly to oppoſe them.
- Elizabeth would wonder, and probably would blame her; and though her resolution was not to be shaken, her feelings must be hurt by such disapprobation.
- Believe me, I have no warmer sentiment to bestow; and even if I had I could not indulge it, since it would meet with the decided disapprobation of my family, and never could I bring myself to act in opposition to them.
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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA