imprimatur

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun formal and explicit approval

Etymology

From Latin imprimātur (“let it be printed”), third person singular present subjunctive passive form of imprimere (“to imprint”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

sanction, countenance, endorsement, indorsement, warrant

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