Definitions

1. verb

to express or give one’s formal agreement with something, especially an official or formal document

“The committee approved the new budget proposal.”

2. verb

to regard or consider something as satisfactory or acceptable

“She approved of the decision to hire him as the new manager.”

3. noun

an expression of approval, especially one given formally or officially

“The government’s approval of the new policy was widely debated.”

4. noun

the state of being approved or accepted

“The company’s approval was a major boost to their confidence.”

5. transitive verb

to give official or formal permission for something

“The mayor approved the building plans.”