1. in a manner that expresses disapproval or criticism

Examples

• She looked at him disapprovingly when he arrived late to the meeting.
• The teacher shook her head disapprovingly at the student's incomplete homework.
• He spoke disapprovingly of the new policy during the discussion.
• The coach glanced disapprovingly at the players who were not paying attention.
• She frowned disapprovingly as he ordered his third dessert.
• The principal regarded the vandalism disapprovingly before addressing the students.