Read the dictionary definition of approval. All definitions for this word.
1. the formal act of approving
1. he gave the project his blessing
2. his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
2. a message expressing a favorable opinion
1. words of approval seldom passed his lips
3. a feeling of liking something or someone good
1. although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval
4. acceptance as satisfactory
1. he bought it on approval