disapprove
verb (used with object)
to think (something) wrong or reprehensible; censure or condemn in opinion.
disapproves
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present tense formof disapprove (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Regrettably, Loomer also disapproves of Means’ selection as surgeon general, in part due to her history of talking to trees.
From Slate ● May 10, 2025
There are some signs Mr Xi disapproves of the burgeoning alliance between two of his allies.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2024
First, the charter reforms would allow the commission to place ordinances on the ballot only if the council ignores its proposals altogether or disapproves them with zero amendments.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2024
If Jones disapproves of the maps, he could appoint a special master to redraw them for the court.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 7, 2023
A few days after he’s settled them all in, Vincent receives a visitor who vehemently disapproves and threatens to divulge all to Dorus and Anna.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
