noun
approbation
ap-ruh-BAY-shun/ˌæprəˈbeɪʃn/
Approval or praise.
The panel expresses its approbation by applauding the person receiving a certificate.
Etymology
The testing root connects approval with judging something to be good or worthy. Approbation names the resulting assent or endorsement, rather than the test itself.
In context
the Prime Minister was the recipient of General approbation to the congratulations of the various groups and of noble personages he replied with simple firmness
More examples
- She valued her mentor's approbation.
- The audience signaled its approbation with warm applause.
- His decision earned widespread approbation in the town.
Similar words
- approval
- The ordinary equivalent, including formal permission as well as praise.
- commendation
- An explicit statement of praise for merit or achievement.