Approving Definition & Meaning

approving
adjective
  1. expressing or manifesting praise or approval; "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod"
noun
  1. the formal act of approving; "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person"

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