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applause

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of applause

1 enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval

A design for a statue of the college's founder has received nothing but applause from students and faculty alike.

Synonyms of applause

acclamation, cheer, cheering, ovation, plaudit(s), rave(s)

Words Related to applause

bravo, hail, hallelujah, hurrah (also hooray), hosanna, huzzah (or huzza)

acclaim, accolade, citation, commendation, compliment, encomium, eulogy, homage, kudo, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute

Near Antonyms of applause

boo, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger, snort, whistle

gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt

Antonyms of applause

booing, hissing

2 public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

a heroic effort by the fire department that deserves the applause of everyone in the city

Synonyms of applause

acclaim, accolade, credit, distinction, glory, homage, honor, kudos, laurels, sun

Words Related to applause

celebrity, fame, renown, repute

compliment, encomium, eulogy, panegyric, toast, tribute

acclamation, ovation, plaudit, praise, rave, rhapsody

citation, commendation, kudo, note, recommendation

enshrinement, enthronement, exaltation, glorification

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