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Disapprove vs. Disprove
Disapprove
/ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/Examples:
The board didn't disapprove of the new policy adjustments.Her parents disapprove of her decision to study abroad.They disapprove of his methods, despite his good intentions.
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Disprove
/dɪsˈpruːv/Examples:
The scientist aimed to disprove the initial theory.New evidence may disprove the witness's testimony.She worked hard to disprove the false rumors.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Disapprove contains the word approve, and is about showing lack of approval or support.
- Disprove has the word prove, and involves proving something is false.
- Remember that you express disapproval but show evidence to disprove something.
- Think of disapprove in terms of opinions and feelings, while disprove is more about facts and evidence.
- Disapprove often involves judgment, whereas disprove is about logic and proof.
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