Plaudit
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈplɔːdɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Plaudit is a noun meaning A mark or expression of applause; praise bestowed.
Meaning
A mark or expression of applause; praise bestowed.
More Meanings
- (now often specifically) An award or commendation; a formal recognition of approval or achievement.
- (rare, usually transitive) To issue or confer a plaudit upon.
Example Sentences
The plaudits reverberated thunderously in the auditorium.
Sofie has been showered in plaudits for her paradigm-shifting discoveries.
NR has earned plaudits from far and wide for completing the project in difficult circumstances and for maintaining some access to Drax throughout.
They were very orderly- there were neither scoffs nor plaudits, and when they saw us at the window above them there were many who buried their faces in their arms and wept.
Word Forms
- plaudits
- plauditing
- plaudited
Synonyms for plaudit
Depending on context, synonyms include acclaim, approbation, encomium, applause, clap, clapping.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include acclaim, acclamation, eclat, praising, laudation, accolade.
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