verb to have a negative opinion of or reject something; to not approve of
adjective expressing or showing disapproval
Parents may disapprove of their child's actions or decisions.
A judge may disapprove of a lawyer's argument or a defendant's actions.
A manager may disapprove of an employee's performance or conduct.
In an academic setting, a teacher may disapprove of a student's behavior or work.
A doctor may disapprove of a patient's lifestyle choices or treatment adherence.
In the publishing industry, a manuscript may be disapproved by an editor if it does not meet the quality standards or guidelines.
A treatment plan or approach may be disapproved by a psychologist if it is not evidence-based or does not align with ethical guidelines.
An investment proposal may be disapproved by a financial analyst if it is deemed too risky or not financially feasible.
A building design may be disapproved by an architect if it does not comply with building codes or regulations.