Synonyms of plaudit

plaudit

noun

ˈplȯ-dət 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of plaudit

That Taylor’s statement also conforms to the conventions of creative-writing-seminar plaudits is part of the problem. — Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 10 June 2026

Although the MacBook Neo only ships with 8GB of memory and has won widespread plaudits for its performance, Apple memory and RAM on Windows 11 laptops are not directly comparable. — Barry Collins, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

His form in the second half of the season did earn plaudits and, despite the disappointment of Friday’s announcement, his display in United’s final game of it — a comprehensive 3-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion — certainly strengthened his case, but Tuchel’s decision had long since been made. — Rob Tanner, New York Times, 27 May 2026

Mazzulla, who coached the Celtics to the 2023-24 NBA championship in his second season on the job, repeatedly deflected credit for his team’s performance, saying plaudits should go to his players and assistants. — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 26 May 2026

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