noun
warmly commending acceptance or agreement
expressed approbation of their progress
Synonyms: approval, benediction, blessing, favor, OK ( or okay)
Related Word: commendation, countenance, goodwill, sanction; admiration, esteem, liking, regard, respect; pleasure, satisfaction
Contrasted words: censure, condemnation, criticism, disapproval, disfavor, reprehension; annoyance, disgust, irritation; distress, regret, sorrow
Antonyms: disapprobation