blessing; approval; approving




the formal act of approving

"he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person"

Antonym:
  • disapproval

Type of:
  • support

Types:
  • adoption; acceptance; acceptation; espousal
  • backing; backup; championship; patronage
  • admiration; appreciation
  • reward; reinforcement


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