approbatory

adjective

Definition of approbatorynext
as in favorable
expressing approval the candidate's views on taxes received overwhelmingly approbatory nods from the conservative audience

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for approbatory
  1. favorable
  2. positive
  3. good
Adjective
  • Buenos Aires, the country’s tech center, is in a favorable time zone (just one hour ahead of EST for most of the year).
    Daniel Pena, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Even if their attorneys represent views, the attorneys’ goals are to win the litigation or reach a favorable settlement (one that would pay the attorneys quite well through attorneys’ fees).
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of favorable
Adjective
  • That was really overwhelming in such a positive way.
    Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Your emotional endurance, positive disposition, unbelievable talent (that blows me away), undeniable humor and loving, kind heart absolutely kill me.
    Marina Watts, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of positive
Adjective
  • Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.
    Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Often, leaders have really good intentions to be inclusive, but obstacles or barriers get in the way.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of good
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Thesaurus Entries Near approbatory

approbations

approbatory

appropriable

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“Approbatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approbatory. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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