Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
applaud
verb
/əˈplɔːd/
Definition
To express approval or praise, typically by clapping hands.
Examples
- The audience began to applaud after the stunning performance.
- We should applaud her efforts in organizing the community event.
- They applauded the speaker for addressing the important issues.
Meaning
Applaud means to show approval by clapping your hands together to make a sound, often done in response to a performance or speech.
Synonyms
- Clap
- Commend
- Praise
- Cheer
- Acclaim
