Afterclap

Pronunciation: /ˈæftərklæp/

Definitions of afterclap

noun a delayed or unexpected repercussion or sequel, typically an undesirable one

Example Sentences

A1 I had an afterclap when I accidentally knocked over the vase.

A2 The afterclap of the argument lingered in the air long after everyone had left.

B1 The afterclap of the party was the mess left behind for us to clean up.

B2 The afterclap of the scandal caused a lot of repercussions for the company.

C1 The afterclap of the political decision was felt throughout the entire nation.

C2 The afterclap of the war lasted for generations, affecting the lives of many.

Examples of afterclap in a Sentence

formal The afterclap of the performance was met with thunderous applause from the audience.

informal The afterclap of the party was everyone talking about it for days.

slang The afterclap of the game was lit, everyone was hyped up.

figurative The afterclap of the scandal left a lasting impact on the company's reputation.

Grammatical Forms of afterclap

• plural: afterclaps
• comparative: more afterclap
• superlative: most afterclap
• present tense: afterclaps
• future tense: will afterclap
• perfect tense: have afterclapped
• continuous tense: is afterclapping
• singular: afterclap
• positive degree: afterclap
• infinitive: to afterclap
• gerund: afterclapping
• participle: afterclapped

Origin and Evolution of afterclap

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'afterclap' originated in Middle English as a combination of 'after' and 'clap', where 'clap' refers to a sudden blow or stroke.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a sudden unexpected event or consequence following a main event, the term 'afterclap' has evolved to also refer to a delayed negative reaction or repercussion.