Disapproving
[,disə'pru:viŋ]
Definition
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Disapprove
Editor: Stacy
Examples
- I received a prompt letter in reply decidedly disapproving my proposition, and urging that the lad should be allowed to accompany me. Ulysses S. Grant. Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant.
- She never _will_ behave like a young lady, sighed Meg, as she watched the race with a disapproving face. Louisa May Alcott. Little Women.
- You're too milk and watery with our friend, you are indeed,' remonstrated Silas, with a disapproving shake of his wooden head. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- You are making a most disgraceful connection, and such a one as your family are unanimous in disapproving. Jane Austen. Sense and Sensibility.
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