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approved

The word “approved” has 2 syllables: ap-proved

It's pronounced as /əˈpruːvd/

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In the thesaurus, “approved” has 49 synonyms and 24 antonyms.

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Synonyms for approved

Antonyms for approved

Meanings of approved

  • verb
    1. To sanction officially; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.
    2. To regard as good; to commend; to be pleased with; to think well of.
    3. To make proof of; to demonstrate; to prove or show practically.
    4. (followed by "of") To consider worthy (to); to be pleased (with); to accept.
    5. To show to be worthy; to demonstrate the merits of.
    6. (English law) To make profit of; to convert to one's own profit — said especially of waste or common land appropriated by the lord of the manor.
  • adjective
    1. Having received approval.

Example Sentences

  • The new policy was officially approved by the board.
  • She felt relieved when her visa application was approved.
  • The project plan was approved after several revisions.
  • His request for leave was approved by the manager.
  • The design has been approved by the client.

On this page you'll find 73 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to approved, such as: accepted, accredited, accurate, acknowledged, affirmed, allowed, approbated.

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