Synonyms of clapping

clapping 1 of 2

noun

as in cheering

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

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

clapping

2 of 2

verb

present participle of clap

as in slapping

to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner

clapped him on the back as a friendly gesture

Synonyms & Similar Words

• slapping
• smacking
• knocking
• punching
• hitting
• banging
• slamming
• pounding
• whacking
• striking
• clipping
• swiping
• cracking
• kicking
• thumping
• tapping
• batting
• bashing
• bobbing
• licking
• bopping
• shoving
• hammering
• thwacking
• jabbing
• nailing
• swatting
• boxing
• flicking
• pushing
• poking
• smiting
• rapping
• chopping
• zapping
• tagging
• slugging
• stroking
• clouting
• clobbering
• belting
• stabbing
• bludgeoning
• bumping
• pasting
• socking
• clocking
• bonking
• busting
• biffing
• slogging
• whaling
• walloping
• beating
• stamping
• pummeling
• hanging one on
• pelting
• battering
• cuffing
• mauling
• scuffing
• jostling
• mangling
• lashing
• slashing
• whipping
• peppering
• roughing
• prodding
• buffeting
• lambasting
• butting
• flailing
• dumping
• drubbing
• lacing
• bunting
• kneeing
• creaming
• bunging
• pommeling
• thrashing
• felling
• decking
• bowling (down or over)
• clubbing
• cudgeling
• spearing
• switching
• knocking down
• flogging
• caning
• leveling
• flooring
• braining
• sapping
• sledging
• sucker punching
• sledgehammering
• skulling
• conking
• rabbit-punching
• beaning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of clapping

Noun

That’s after festival director Alberto Barbera tried to extend the clapping by telling the cast to move up on the stairs inside the Palazzo del Cinema, where the screening was held. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

First, the Huskies mixed it up with some marching band members on the practice field outside of Huskie Stadium, jumping in on a routine and exchanging fight songs, with the players chanting, clapping and pumping their fists during their version. — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Jackson and Esme stood next to each other clapping for their mom while Sarah could be seen snapping photos off to the side. — Entertainment Weekly, 25 Aug. 2026

The boos were more scattered and barely audible amidst the applause and cheers, which grew louder when the ballpark’s video boards showed the 2018 champ smiling, clapping, and waving from the visitors’ dugout. — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Later in the service, the choir would sing a foot-stomping, hand-clapping rendition of a gospel song that set the tone for the preacher to follow with his gospel message. — Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Fans, who flooded the comments section showering her with clapping-hands and heart emojis, won't have to wait long to see the sportscaster in her new role. — Paris Close, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

The crowd lustily makes known its approval, clapping and cheering and spilling out of the park and through the woods comparing favorite tracks and excitedly talking about the set. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026

By the second set, the crowd was on its feet, dancing and clapping. — Marin Independent Journal, Mercury News, 25 July 2026

Verb

As the judges give him positive feedback, our Danni is very excited, clapping for him and bouncing up and down like a bobblehead going down a cobblestoned street. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026

Zodiac wildlife tours go out regardless of weather; on ours, a humpback, a mother-and-calf gray whale, an orca, and otters clapping their paws like an audience all made an appearance. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Sep. 2026

Murray reacted coolly as the ice water cascaded over him, standing up and clapping his hands while walking it off. — Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 24 Sep. 2026

The film’s sombre tone and subject matter likely put a damper on the Lido crowd’s reaction, but the movie was well received, with the audience rising for a standing ovation, clapping warmly for four minutes. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2026

Firefighters who weren’t yet being deployed lined the route to the tarmac, hooting and clapping and giving high fives. — M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

Pocic immediately started clapping, and Ravens offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford rushed over to celebrate with him. — Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

While clapping during the awards ceremony, she got slightly carried away with her celebration. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026

Syrians gathered around the court in Damascus, chanting, clapping and waving the Syrian flag as news of the sentences spread. — Kinda Makieh, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026