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Definition of Applaud
1. Verb. Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval.
Exact synonyms: Acclaim, Clap, Spat
Entails: Approve, O.k., Okay, Sanction
Specialized synonyms: Bravo
Generic synonyms: Gesticulate, Gesture, Motion
Derivative terms: Acclaim, Applauder, Clapper, Clapping
Antonyms: Boo
Entails: Approve, O.k., Okay, Sanction
Specialized synonyms: Bravo
Generic synonyms: Gesticulate, Gesture, Motion
Derivative terms: Acclaim, Applauder, Clapper, Clapping
Antonyms: Boo
2. Verb. Express approval of. "I applaud your efforts"
Generic synonyms: Praise
Specialized synonyms: Cheer, Acclaim, Hail, Herald
Derivative terms: Applaudable, Applauder
Specialized synonyms: Cheer, Acclaim, Hail, Herald
Derivative terms: Applaudable, Applauder
Definition of Applaud
1. v. t. To show approval of by clapping the hands, acclamation, or other significant sign.
2. v. i. To express approbation loudly or significantly.
Definition of Applaud
1. Noun. (obsolete) Applause; applauding. ¹
2. Noun. (obsolete) Plaudit. ¹
3. Verb. (transitive intransitive) To express approval (of something) by clapping the hands. ¹
4. Verb. (transitive intransitive) To praise, or express approval for something or someone. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Applaud
1. to express approval by clapping the hands [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Applaud
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