approved

Everyday

1. Officially accepted or allowed. tree →
2. (verb, past) Agreed that something is good or right; gave permission. tree →

In the lessons

In school and safety: approved helmets, an approved list of websites, a trip approved by the head. In everyday life: Mum approved my plan. Phrases: approved by, government-approved, approved of (liked or agreed with).

Examples

• The head teacher approved the school trip. tree →
• Only use approved websites in class. tree →
• Wear an approved bike helmet. tree →
• My parents approved of my new friend. tree →
• The plan was approved by the council. tree →
• The new playground design has been approved. tree →
• The Empress approved of what the wise men suggested, and ordered them to set out on their mission. tree →

Note

"Approve of" means think something is good; "approve" without "of" means give official permission. Noun: approval. Opposite: disapproved.