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ap·plause
 applause
- pronunciation:
plawz
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the clapping of hands in approval.
The sound of applause filled the theater.- synonyms:
- acclamation, clapping, hand, ovation, salvo
- similar words:
- acclaim, bravo, cheers, curtain call, hurrah, plaudit
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| definition 2: |
approval or praise.
She rarely gets any applause from her family, so it was nice to get flowers on Mother's Day.- synonyms:
- accolade, approbation, approval, commendation, homage, kudos, praise
- antonyms:
- derision
- similar words:
- acclaim, bravo, congratulation, eulogy, exaltation, hosanna, hurrah, paean, panegyric, tribute
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| related words: |
acclamation, accolade, cheer, clap, ovation |
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