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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 relates to expressing a negative opinion or feeling about something, not necessarily based on facts.
- Disprove is associated with providing evidence or argument to show something is not true.
- Think of approve in disapprove as related to opinion or judgment, like approving or disapproving a behavior.
- Prove within disprove hints at the need for evidence or logic to confirm if something is false.
- Remember, disapprove is more about feelings and judgments, while disprove deals with factual evidence.
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