properly-approved
|prop-er-ly-ap-proved|
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/ˈprɑːpərli əˈpruːvd/
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/ˈprɒpəli əˈpruːvd/
(approve)
official agreement
Etymology
'approve' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'approbare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'probare' meant 'to test or prove.'
'approbare' transformed into the Old French word 'aprover,' and eventually became the modern English word 'approve' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to test or prove something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give consent or agree to something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having received the necessary authorization or consent in a correct or suitable manner.
The project was properly-approved by the board before implementation.
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Last updated: 2025/07/21 00:36