Approvd vs. Approved: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 10, 2023
"Approvd" is the incorrect spelling, while "Approved" is the correct spelling, denoting something that has received formal consent or acceptance.
Which is correct: Approvd or Approved
How to spell Approved?
Approvd is Incorrect
Approved is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "Approve" needs a full "-ed" ending to form its past tense.
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Oct 10, 2023
Visualize a stamp imprinting the word "Approved" to emphasize its completeness.
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Recall the phrase, "I've approved the document," to emphasize the presence of the second 'e'.
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Oct 10, 2023
Think of "ed" as a sign of something being completed in the past.
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Oct 10, 2023
Note that many English verbs use the "-ed" ending to indicate past tense or past participle.
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Approvd and Approved Definitions
Approved
Acknowledged or accepted by societal norms.
The event was on the approved list of school activities.
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Sep 09, 2023
Approved
Regarded or judged favorably.
His actions were not approved by his peers.
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Sep 09, 2023
Approved
Judged as satisfactory or in conformity with certain standards.
The car has an approved safety rating.
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Approved
To consent to officially or formally; confirm or sanction
The Senate approved the treaty.
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Approved
To consider right or good
"He came to ask me ... whether I approved his choice altogether" (Jane Austen).
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Approved
To show, feel, or express approval
We didn't approve of the decision.
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Approved
Having received approval.
Employees' approved expense claims will be reimbursed by the 4th of the following month.
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Approved
Established by authority; given authoritative approval;
A list of approved candidates
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Approved
Generally or especially officially judged acceptable or satisfactory;
An approved method
Work on the approved project went ahead on schedule
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Approved
Having received official acceptance or confirmation.
The budget was approved by the board.
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Approved
Agreed upon; sanctioned.
The proposal was approved after much debate.
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FAQs
Why is it called Approved?
It's called "Approved" as it signifies something that has been affirmed or consented to.
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Oct 10, 2023
Which preposition is used with Approved?
"By" as in "approved by the committee."
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Oct 10, 2023
What is the singular form of Approved?
"Approved" doesn't have a singular or plural, but its root "approve" is singular.
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Oct 10, 2023
What is the plural form of Approved?
"Approved" as an adjective or past participle doesn't pluralize. The verb "approve" doesn't have a plural form.
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Oct 10, 2023
Is Approved a noun or adjective?
"Approved" is primarily an adjective but can also be a verb in its past tense form.
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Which conjunction is used with Approved?
Standard conjunctions like "and" can be used.
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Oct 10, 2023
Is Approved a vowel or consonant?
"Approved" is a word that contains both vowels and consonants.
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Oct 10, 2023
Is Approved a negative or positive word?
Generally positive, as it signifies acceptance.
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Oct 10, 2023
Which determiner is used with Approved?
Determiners like "this," "that," or "an" can be used.
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Oct 10, 2023
How is Approved used in a sentence?
"The project was approved after a thorough review."
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About Author
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
