as in to praise
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I applaud your decision to take that advanced course
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of applaud
Amazingly, Exposure contestants go through hours of practice and performance each day without ever seeming to tire, and along with the competitive spirit, there’s a real sense of community, with skaters constantly encouraging, applauding, and appreciating each other.
—
Lonnie Burstein Hewitt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Thursday’s ruling from the Rhode Island judge requiring full benefits be distributed was applauded across the nation by those who work inside social services and know how many families were in need of food.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday evening applauded McConnell's decision to require the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to fully fund SNAP.
—Detroit Fress Staff, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
When the final number was finished, the three eldest boys came to the fore on the catwalk mini stage underneath a shower of confetti and took a bow, with Mom and Dad now in the background, applauding politely but proudly.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for applaud
Lonnie Burstein Hewitt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Thursday’s ruling from the Rhode Island judge requiring full benefits be distributed was applauded across the nation by those who work inside social services and know how many families were in need of food.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday evening applauded McConnell's decision to require the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to fully fund SNAP.
—Detroit Fress Staff, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
When the final number was finished, the three eldest boys came to the fore on the catwalk mini stage underneath a shower of confetti and took a bow, with Mom and Dad now in the background, applauding politely but proudly.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for applaud
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applaud
Verb
-
He is praised by some for policies that fueled rapid economic growth and relative political stability.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
-
Moyes praised the reaction from supporters.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
While the booster itself was lost during the descent, the upper stage still reached orbit in the debut, prompting Blue Origin to hail the mission as a success.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
-
And in a 2025 pop world where global girl groups — and especially those hailing from the K-pop training system — are hot commodities, GIRLSET may have reemerged at the perfect time.—
Brooke Morrison,
Billboard,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
While presenting her with the RRHOF milestone, Roan gave a speech commending Lauper’s influence and advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Nov. 2025
-
Johnson praises Senate breakaways for advancing shutdown deal House Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday commended eight senators who crossed party lines to support legislation ending the government shutdown.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Artist David Banner, Pastor Shirley Caesar and business entrepreneur Janice Bryant Howroyd will be saluted at the 2025 HBCU Honors.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
5 Nov. 2025
-
His friend Heidi Klum took a break from her Halloween party planning to salute him.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Applaud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applaud. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share