approves
word · lemma: approve
Definition
To officially agree with something or give permission for it. It can also mean to think something is good or acceptable.
Usage & Nuances
'Approves' is the third person singular form of 'approve.' Common in formal, business, and legal settings: 'approves a proposal', 'approves a request.' Can also mean personally thinks something is good: 'She approves of his choice.' Not used for physical objects—use 'likes' or 'prefers' instead.
Spanish: aprueba - aprueba de (con sentido de permitir)Portuguese (BR): aprovaPortuguese (PT): aprovaChinese (Simplified): 批准 - 认可Chinese (Traditional): 批准 - 認可Hindi: मंज़ूर करता हैArabic: يوافق علىBengali: অনুমোদন দেয় - সমর্থন করেRussian: одобряет - утверждаетJapanese: 承認する - 認めるVietnamese: phê duyệt - chấp nhậnKorean: 승인한다 - 찬성한다Turkish: onaylar - uygun bulurUrdu: منظور کرتا ہے - پسند کرتا ہے (رائے میں)Indonesian: menyetujui - merestui
Example Sentences
The teacher approves the new schedule.
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The manager approves your request for vacation.
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She always approves of his decisions.
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My mom rarely approves of the clothes I buy.
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The board approves the budget every year.
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If the city approves, we can start building the new park.
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