English–French

“disapproval” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁepʁobasjɔ̃/

Example

Sa décision a provoqué la réprobation du public.

His decision provoked public disapproval.

Illustration for réprobation (disapproval)

How to say “disapproval” in French

“Disapproval” in French is réprobation.

A community turning a shared moral judgment into public blame for a person's act or attitude.

Full entry for réprobation: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with réprobation

Elle a lancé un regard de réprobation quand il est arrivé en retard.

She cast a look of disapproval when he arrived late.

Tips for using réprobation

  • Réprobation is feminine, so standard forms include la réprobation and une réprobation; it is more formal than everyday reproche.

Other French words for “disapproval”

Il a exprimé sa désapprobation.

He expressed his disapproval.

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