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DISAPPROVE Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word disapprove. (exact relations)
There are 21 hypernyms of the word disapprove. (close relations)
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censure
verb, nounv, n
noun

• harsh criticism or disapproval

• the state of being excommunicated

verb

• rebuke formally

condemn
verbv
verb

• express strong disapproval of

• declare or judge unfit for use or habitation

• compel or force into a particular state or activity

• demonstrate the guilt of (someone)

• pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law

• appropriate (property) for public use

criticize
verbv
verb

• find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

• act as a critic

denounce
verbv
verb

• speak out against

• to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful

• announce the termination of, as of treaties

• give away information about somebody

rebuke
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an act or expression of criticism and censure

verb

• censure severely or angrily

reproach
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a mild rebuke or criticism

• disgrace or shame

verb

• express criticism towards

reprove
verbv
verb

• take to task

reject
verbv
noun

• the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality

verb

• not accept something given or offered

• not accept as true

• deem wrong or inappropriate

• reject with contempt

• resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ

• refuse entrance or membership

• dismiss from consideration or a contest

Best Hypernyms For DISAPPROVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for disapprove, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (20)
evaluate judge admonish berate castigate censure chasten chastise condemn criticize denounce excoriate lecture rap rebuke reprimand reproach reprove scold upbraid
Phrases (1)
pass judgment

Alternatives for CENSURE

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