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- [ap-ruh-bey-tiv, uh-proh-buh-]
- /ˈæp rəˌbeɪ tɪv, əˈproʊ bə-/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [ap-ruh-bey-tiv, uh-proh-buh-]
- /ˈæp rəˌbeɪ tɪv, əˈproʊ bə-/
Definitions of approbative word
- adjective approbative showing approbation or approval 3
- adjective approbative approving; expressing approbation. 1
- noun approbative Expressing approval. 1
- noun approbative (linguistics) A word or grammatical form which denotes a positive affect expressing the appreciation or approval of the speaker. 0
- adjective approbative Sanctioning officially, giving authorization or approval to something. 0
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Origin of approbative
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
From the Medieval Latin word approbātīvus, dating back to 1605-15. See approbate, -ive
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Parts of speech for Approbative
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
approbative popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 47% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
approbative usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for approbative
adj approbative
- appreciative — An appreciative reaction or comment shows the enjoyment that you are getting from something.
- congratulatory — A congratulatory message expresses congratulations.
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
- courtly — You use courtly to describe someone whose behaviour is very polite, often in a rather old-fashioned way.
adjective approbative
- honouring — to hold in honor or high respect; revere: to honor one's parents.
- friendly — characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship: a friendly greeting.
- applauding — Present participle of applaud.
Antonyms for approbative
adj approbative
- unmannerly — not mannerly; impolite; discourteous; coarse.
- disparaging — that disparages; tending to belittle or bring reproach upon: a disparaging remark.
- insulting — giving or causing insult; characterized by affronting rudeness, insolence, etc.
- unflattering — to try to please by complimentary remarks or attention.
- blaming — to hold responsible; find fault with; censure: I don't blame you for leaving him.
adjective approbative
- unfavourable — Unfavourable conditions or circumstances cause problems for you and reduce your chances of success.
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