Pronunciation: /əˈpruvd/
verb to officially agree to or accept something
A1 The teacher approved the students' project.
A2 The committee approved the new budget proposal.
B1 The city council approved the construction of a new park.
B2 The board of directors approved the merger with the rival company.
C1 The government approved the new policy on environmental conservation.
C2 The regulatory body approved the pharmaceutical company's new drug for market release.
adjective having been officially agreed to or accepted
A1 The approved list of ingredients is safe for consumption.
A2 Only approved vendors are allowed to sell their products at the market.
B1 The project was finally approved after months of review.
B2 The approved budget for the event was higher than expected.
C1 The approved design plans were implemented without any changes.
C2 The committee approved the proposal unanimously.
formal The project proposal was thoroughly reviewed and approved by the board of directors.
informal My vacation request was finally approved by my boss.
slang Dude, my leave got the green light! Approved!
figurative Her bold decision to pursue her passion was like getting the stamp of approval from the universe.
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