Synonyms of applause

applause

noun

1

as in ovation

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 & Similar Words

• ovation
• praise
• acclaim
• cheering
• acclamation
• cheer
• réclame
• clapping
• rave(s)
• plaudit(s)
• huzza
• hail
• hooray
• tribute
• hurrah
• commendation
• hoorah
• hallelujah
• encomium
• eulogy
• kudos
• hosanna
• paean
• accolade
• compliment
• bravo
• panegyric
• salutation
• huzzah
• homage
• kudo
• citation

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• booing
• hissing
• whistle
• sneer
• hiss
• smirk
• raspberry
• snort
• snicker
• boo
• jeer
• hoot
• snigger
• taunt
• jibe
• gibe
• put-down

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• booing
• hissing
• whistle
• sneer
• hiss
• smirk
• raspberry
• snort
• snicker
• boo
• jeer
• hoot
• snigger
• taunt
• jibe
• gibe
• put-down

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2

as in accolade

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accolade
• glory
• acclaim
• credit
• praise
• honor
• ovation
• kudos
• commendation
• fame
• homage
• laud
• props
• laurels
• sun
• distinction
• tribute
• réclame
• bay(s)
• repute
• renown
• acclamation
• celebrity
• plaudit
• encomium
• compliment
• toast
• eulogy
• panegyric
• rave
• recommendation
• rhapsody
• citation
• exaltation
• enshrinement
• glorification
• kudo
• elevation
• enthronement
• note