applause

[ uh-plawz ]

noun

1. hand clapping as a demonstration of approval, appreciation, acclamation, or the like.
2. any positive expression of appreciation or approval; acclamation.

   Synonyms: praise, plaudit, acclaim

applause

/ əˈplɔːz /

noun

1. appreciation or praise, esp as shown by clapping the hands

Other Words From

• ap·plau·sive [uh, -, plaw, -siv, -ziv], adjective
• self-ap·plause noun
• unap·plausive adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of applause¹

1590–1600; < Latin applausus struck upon, applauded (past participle of applaudere ), equivalent to ap- ap- ¹ + plaud- clap + -tus past participle suffix

Example Sentences

Soon thereafter Vi is abandoned by yet another trusted loved one, while Caitlyn is rewarded for her hardened attitude against Zaun with raucous applause and a promotion.

From Salon

Like others who supported McDonnell, her comments were met by a smattering of both applause and jeers.

From Los Angeles Times

At one point, a school security guard holds up a Trump banner to raucous applause.

From Los Angeles Times

After a ripple of applause, she added: "We are not going to stand for it."

From BBC

The 34-year-old single mother hugged everyone in the narrow bar area as she walked toward the patio, where the applause grew even louder.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acclaim
• accolade
• kudos
• ovation
• praise
• standing ovation