The difference between Approbation and Approval
When used as nouns, approbation means the act of approving, whereas approval means an expression granting permission.
check bellow for the other definitions of Approbation and Approval
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Approbation as a noun:
The act of approving; an assenting to the propriety of a thing with some degree of pleasure or satisfaction; approval, sanction, commendation or official recognition.
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Approval as a noun:
An expression granting permission; an indication of agreement with a proposal; an acknowledgement that a person, thing or event meets requirements.
Examples:
"I need to get an approval on this purchase order."
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Approval as a noun:
An expression of favorable acceptance and encouragement; a compliment that also condones.
Examples:
"Words of approval never seem to come from him."
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Approval as a noun (especially, philately):
Something mailed by a seller to a collector to match his stated interests; he can approve of or return the item.