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Approbative Definition & Meaning

approbative
adjective
  1. expressing or manifesting praise or approval; "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod"

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What does approbative mean?
expressing or manifesting praise or approval; "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod"
What part of speech is approbative?
Approbative is an adjective.

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