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plaudit

noun

ˈplȯ-dət How to pronounce plaudit (audio)
Definition of plauditnext
as in applause
usually plaudits plural enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval the proud parents bragged that their daughter had received many plaudits for her academic achievements

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Recent Examples of plaudit Target, which has had back-to-back strong quarters, is beginning to see results from efforts to cut prices and freshen its merchandise, with new CEO Michael Fiddelke earning plaudits from Wall Street so far. — Reuters, NBC news, 25 Aug. 2026 Milei has won plaudits from the World Bank and IMF for seeking to cut public-sector spending and slash red tape, but huge challenges remain. — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026 She was later reprimanded by an ethics committee but earned plaudits from Democratic allies and voting rights for her demonstration. — Matt Brown, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2026 The effort drew plaudits from conservative radio host Glenn Beck. — Noam Levey, NPR, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for plaudit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plaudit
  1. applause
  2. ovation
  3. praise
  4. accolade
  5. acclamation
  6. commendation
  7. cheering
Noun
  • Politicians pause mid-sentence, scanning the room for applause lines that will guide what comes next.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Her remarks drew applause from members of the audience attending the meeting.
    — Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of applause
Noun
  • Pete Golding was the one receiving an ovation after this game, while Lane Kiffin walked off the field to a chorus of cheers reigning down from Ole Miss fans.
    — Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Benge doffed his cap to an ovation from the crowd of 37,468 following the record-breaking hit, an RBI infield single in the eighth.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of ovation
Noun
  • Research has shown that sincere praise can sometimes have social rewards.
    — Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Aldermen gave initial approval Thursday to the sale of Chicago’s infamously privatized parking meter system from one owner to another, but not before praise for new perks met concerns that the city is once again getting a subpar deal.
    — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of praise
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  • The project in development is being produced by Anita Hyppönen, recipient as well of the Connecting Cottbus Producers Exchange accolade.
    — Annika Pham, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
  • In receiving the award, Arjona joins a rich roster of talents, including actress Maude Apatow who was bestowed with the accolade last year.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • Those two unopposed re-elections were instead approved by acclamation, a process that installed Infantino for another four years without the need for a ballot.
    — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • With no challengers present, delegates approved Flanagan’s endorsement by acclamation Saturday rather than ballots.
    — Twin Cities, Twin Cities, 1 June 2026
Definition of acclamation
Noun
  • Everyone applauded politely when Joontos collected its Bib Gourmand, and when Aseeb and Myazu received commendations.
    — Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
  • In appreciation of his efforts, he has been given a commendation from the Metropolitan Police and has received three Parliamentary awards.
    — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of commendation
Noun
  • The theatrical relationship between wrestlers and spectators—the taunting, cheering and booing—turned the audience into participants in the show.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
  • My biggest takeaway from engulfing myself in a Vegas book for the umpteenth time was the cheering and screaming every time a player approached the end zone.
    — Doug Kezirian, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of cheering

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