A disapproving action or expression shows that you do not approve of something or someone. Janet gave him a disapproving look. + disapprovingly dis·ap·prov·ing·ly Antonio looked at him disapprovingly. showing that you think someone or something is bad or wrong approving
To pass unfavorable judgment upon; to condemn by an act of the judgment; to regard as wrong, unsuitable, or inexpedient; to censure; as, to disapprove the conduct of others
If you disapprove of something or someone, you feel or show that you do not like them or do not approve of them. Most people disapprove of such violent tactics The Prime Minister made it clear that he disapproved. approve
To refuse official approbation to; to disallow; to decline to sanction; as, the sentence of the court- martial was disapproved by the commander in chief