Approving

Definition:

(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Approve
(a.) Expressing approbation; commending; as, an approving smile.

Compare approving with other words:

approving vs. permitting

approving vs. questioning

approving vs. endorsing

approving vs. complimentary

approving vs. favorable

approving vs. favourable

approving vs. ratifying

approving vs. commending

approbation vs. approving