approvingly

In supportive manner

Approvingly describes doing something in a way that shows approval or favorable regard.

A teacher nods approvingly at a correct answer.

A parent smiles approvingly at a child's good behavior.

She looked approvingly at the finished work.

tone

warmly

With affection shown

favorablyIn an approving manner
kindlyWarmly, with goodwill
supportivelyIn an encouraging manner

encouragingly · admiringly · appreciatively · fondly · positively · enthusiastically · heartily · graciously · generously · sympathetically

expression

nod

Brief head tilt

smilePleased facial expression
glanceBrief, casual look
gazeFixed, intent look

look · beam · wink · thumbs-up · gesture · murmur · chuckle · pat · clap · wave

verbal

praise

Expression of approval

commendationFormal expression of approval
complimentWords expressing approval
acclaimEnthusiastic public approval

kudos · encouragement · endorsement · blessing · congratulations · flattery · affirmation · validation · recognition · appreciation

judgment

sanction

Approval or punitive measure

ratificationFormal approval by authority
authorizationFormal permission granted
certificationAttestation of qualification

accreditation · consent · assent · concurrence · backing · confirmation · validation · endorsement · blessing · seal

Categories

approvalagree, accept, thumbs-up, praise, permission

Opposites

manner of judgment

approvinglydisapprovingly

Expressing negative judgment

critically · scornfully · disdainfully · disparagingly · contemptuously

Family

approving, disapprovingly

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Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G