imprimatur

noun

ˌim-prə-ˈmä-ˌtu̇r How to pronounce imprimatur (audio)
Definition of imprimaturnext
as in approval
an acceptance of something as satisfactory could not begin the project without the boss's imprimatur

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Recent Examples of imprimatur Those two companies currently operate as distinct buyers competing directly for shows and movies, each with its own brand and imprimatur. — Mike Schur, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026 That visibility and imprimatur of achievement has been particularly important for Ferryman, a tiny non-profit that relies on grant funding, donations and ticket sales to keep creating unique experiences, Lyons said. — David Bloom, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 For a family member, an obit represents an imprimatur, validation by association, a keepsake that maintains their heritage and, perhaps for a generation, prevents their own legacy from vanishing like a walnut in the batter of eternity. — Sam Roberts, Longreads, 11 Aug. 2026 Since then, Delcy Rodriguez has functioned as an unelected president with the imprimatur of Washington. — Rafael Osío Cabrices, Time, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for imprimatur
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imprimatur
  1. approval
  2. blessing
Noun
  • Commentators appear to be expressing a rejection of progressive movements amid growing concerns over safety and security, giving approval to proposals to dramatically ramp up police and military presence to combat crime and drug trafficking.
    — David Unsworth, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Looking just at Power Four teams in Texas, only Houston’s Willie Fritz and SMU’s Rhett Lashlee seem to have their fans’ full approval as coaches.
    — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of approval
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  • Embedding nature in the wider business The breadth of nature is a blessing and a curse.
    — Bella Webb, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026
  • As for why Carrie survives, Flanagan has plans for another two seasons, taking us into uncharted territory with King’s blessing.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of blessing

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