Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To officially agree or accept something, often after careful consideration.
Approve
/əˈpruːv/Synonyms:
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Examples:
My boss didn't approve my vacation request.The team needs management to approve the project changes.
Etymology:
The word approve originates from the Old French aprover, which means to prove or demonstrate, and from the Latin approbare, composed of ad (to) and probare (to test, prove).
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