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Meaning of the word applaud in English

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applaud

US /əˈplɑːd/

UK /əˈplɔːd/

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Verb

show approval or praise by clapping

Example:

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The audience began to applaud loudly after the performance.

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We should applaud their efforts to help the community.

Synonym:

clap cheer praise commend acclaim hail laud extol eulogize applaud

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