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- pronunciation:
plawd
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
applauds, applauding, applauded |
| definition 1: |
to clap the hands in approval.
The audience applauded when the play ended.- synonyms:
- clap
- antonyms:
- boo
- similar words:
- acclaim
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| definition 2: |
to give approval to; praise.
I applaud you for all your hard work.- synonyms:
- acclaim, commend, praise
- antonyms:
- admonish
- similar words:
- compliment, congratulate, glorify, hail, honor
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| related words: |
cheer, commend, welcome |
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| derivation: |
applaudingly (adv.) |
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