approving

1. The formal act of approving (synset 101217882)
   "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person"
   is a type of: support - aiding the cause or policy or interests of
   subtypes:

   • acceptance, acceptation, adoption, espousal - the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
   • backing, backup, championship, patronage - the act of providing approval and support
   • admiration, appreciation - a favorable judgment
   • reinforcement, reward - an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
   same as: approval, blessing

1. Expressing or manifesting praise or approval (synset 300999508)
   "approbative criticism"; "an affirmative nod"
   similar to: favorable, favourable - encouraging or approving or pleasing
   same as: affirmative, approbative, approbatory, plausive

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