Definition
- (noun) An expression granting permission; an indication of agreement with a proposal; an acknowledgement that a person, thing or event meets requirements. “I need to get an approval on this purchase order.”
- (noun) An expression of favorable acceptance and encouragement; a compliment that also condones. “Words of approval never seem to come from him.”
- (noun) Something mailed by a seller to a collector to match their stated interests; the collector can approve of or return the item.
Word stats
- Approval contains 8 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
- It uses 6 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 15.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Approval mean?
An expression granting permission; an indication of agreement with a proposal; an acknowledgement that a person, thing or event meets requirements.
How many letters are in Approval?
Approval has 8 letters.
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