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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for approbatory
  1. favorable
  2. positive
  3. good
Adjective
  • Sulfolane has received less favorable assessments under more recent solvent-selection guidance, including concerns around reproductive toxicity.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • That, coupled with a favorable schedule featuring home games against TCU, BYU, Baylor, Arizona State and Iowa State, should help the Knights become bowl-eligible for the first time since the 2023 season.
    — Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of favorable
Adjective
  • On Thursday local time, Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee stated in an interview with CNBC that while the latest PCE inflation report delivered positive signals, overall price pressures remain elevated.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Sanders tested positive for alcohol consumption on a portable device and performed poorly on the field sobriety test, the complaint says.
    — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of positive
Adjective
  • Best Amazon End-of-Season Patio Furniture Deals The end-of-season patio furniture deals at Amazon are too good to pass up.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Grichuk put a good swing on a slider while flying out to left field.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of good
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“Approbatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approbatory. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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