Entry Word: applause

Function: noun

Meaning: enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval <a design for a memorial for the victims of the attack that has received nothing but applause from officials, commentators, and the general public>

Synonyms acclamation, cheering, cheers, ovation, plaudit(s), rave(s)

Related Words clapping; bravo, hallelujah, hosanna; acclaim, accolade, citation, commendation, compliment, encomium, eulogy, homage, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute

Near Antonyms boo, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger, snort, whistle; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt

Antonyms booing, hissing