Disapproval
(noun)
- A feeling or expression of disapproval.
- The state of being disapproved of.
- The act of rejecting or refusing to approve something.
Origin:
Early 17th century: from obsolete french désapprobation or latin dis- (expressing negation) + approbatio(n-), from approbare "approve".
Examples:
- He shook his head in disapproval.
- The disapproval of the proposal was unanimous.
- The disapproval on his face was clear.
- The disapproval of the public was reflected in the polls.
- Her disapproval of his behavior was evident.