Applaud
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈplɔːd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Applaud is a noun meaning (transitive, intransitive) To express approval (of something) by clapping the hands.
Meaning
(transitive, intransitive) To express approval (of something) by clapping the hands.
More Meanings
- (transitive, intransitive) To praise, or express approval for something or someone.
- (obsolete) Applause; applauding.
- (obsolete) Plaudit.
Example Sentences
Now by the Gods, I do applaude his courage.
Although we don't like your methods, we applaud your motives.
After the performance, the audience applauded for five minutes.
It moved him to within one goal of Thierry Henry's 34 in 2004 and Henry - honoured with a statue outside the stadium on Friday - rose from his seat in the stands to applaud Van Persie.
Word Forms
- applauds
- applauding
- applauded
Synonyms for applaud
Depending on context, synonyms include beclap, clap, acclaim, acclamate, hail, barrack.
Antonyms for applaud
Common opposites include hiss, boo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include acclaim, clap, spat, laud, praise, commend.
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