Pronunciation: /əˈplɔd/
noun the act of showing approval or praise by clapping
A1 I heard the loud applauds from the audience after the performance.
A2 The teacher gave a round of applaud to the students for their hard work.
B1 The team received a standing ovation and loud applaud for their victory.
B2 The actor's performance was so moving that it elicited a thunderous applaud from the crowd.
C1 The renowned scientist was met with a resounding applaud for his groundbreaking research.
C2 The artist's masterpiece was met with an enthusiastic applaud from art critics and fans alike.
verb to show approval or praise by clapping
A1 The audience applauded after the performance.
A2 She applauded loudly when her friend won the competition.
B1 The teacher applauded the students for their hard work.
B2 The crowd erupted in applause as the singer finished the song.
C1 The critics applauded the director for his innovative approach to the play.
C2 The entire stadium rose to their feet to applaud the athlete's incredible achievement.
formal The audience was quick to applaud the pianist's flawless performance.
informal We all applauded when the principal announced the school would be closed for a snow day.
slang I gotta applaud your hustle, you really know how to get things done.
figurative We should applaud her bravery in speaking out against injustice.
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