This is the 8393rd most frequent Dutch word.
goedkeurend
Approving.
The word 'goedkeurend' in this sentence is used as an adverb, describing the manner in which the teacher nodded while expressing approval.
De leraar knikte goedkeurend na het zien van het resultaat.
The teacher nodded approvingly after seeing the result.
Here, 'goedkeurend' serves as an adjective modifying the noun 'oordeel', indicating the type of judgement given by the jury.
Het goedkeurend oordeel van de jury gaf haar vertrouwen.
The approving judgement of the jury gave her confidence.
In this instance, 'goedkeurend' functions as an adverb, describing the way she looked at the artwork.