Disapproval

B2 8+

Synonyms of disapproval

Antonyms of disapproval

Collocations of disapproval

strong disapproval
Frequency: 70 %

The board members expressed strong disapproval of the CEO's decision.

open disapproval
Frequency: 60 %

The audience showed their open disapproval by booing loudly at the end of the performance.

public disapproval
Frequency: 50 %

The politician faced public disapproval after his controversial statement went viral.

silent disapproval
Frequency: 45 %

She could feel her parents' silent disapproval as she announced her career change.

discreet disapproval
Frequency: 35 %

She conveyed her discreet disapproval through a subtle raise of her eyebrows.

Idiomatic Expressions for disapproval

  • Phrase: thumbs down
    Meaning: a gesture or sign indicating disapproval
    Usage: The audience gave the performance a thumbs down.