What is another word for rubber-stamping?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌbəstˈampɪŋ] (IPA) 
Rubber-stamping refers to the act of approving a proposal or decision without proper consideration or scrutiny. It is often associated with bureaucracy and a lack of genuine interest in the outcome. There are several synonyms for rubber-stamping, including 'rubber-stamp approval', 'tick-boxing', and 'box-ticking'. Other terms that convey the same idea are 'perfunctory approval' or 'handled routinely'. These synonyms indicate that the decision in question was not given adequate attention or thought and was simply approved due to a standard procedure or expectation. These terms are often used in a negative context when referring to institutions or individuals who are believed to engage in rubber-stamping.
