nod of approval

• thumbs upGesture signaling approval
• approvalFavorable opinion given
• agreementShared position between parties
• affirmationPositive statement of truth
• consentVoluntary agreement given

acknowledgment · gesture · yes · blessing · acceptance · endorsement · wink · smile · go-ahead · green light · signal · silent · understanding · respect · recognition · bow · head bob · assent

• encouragementencourage, encouraging, praises, hang in there, supports