disapproving
|dis-ap-prov-ing|
B2
/ˌdɪsəˈpruːvɪŋ/
(disapprove)
negative judgment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disapproving' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'approve' from Latin 'approbare', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'probare' meant 'test or prove'.
Historical Evolution
'disapproving' evolved from the Middle English word 'disapproven', which was derived from the Old French 'desaprouver'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to not approve or sanction', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing disapproval'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
expressing or showing disapproval.
She gave him a disapproving look.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40