Claqueur

Pronunciation: /klækɜr/

Definitions of claqueur

noun a member of a group hired to applaud or heckle at a performance

Example Sentences

A1 A claqueur is someone who applauds or praises a performer in a theater.

A2 The claqueur's job is to create an atmosphere of excitement and approval during a performance.

B1 In the past, claqueurs were hired to influence the audience's reaction to a show.

B2 The practice of using claqueurs to manipulate audience response has been criticized for being dishonest.

C1 Claqueurs were sometimes paid by performers to ensure a positive reception at their shows.

C2 The role of the claqueur has evolved over time, with modern audiences less susceptible to their influence.

Examples of claqueur in a Sentence

formal The claqueurs were hired to applaud during the opera performance.

informal The claqueur in the audience was really enthusiastic about the show.

slang The claqueur was totally faking their applause.

figurative In politics, some people act as claqueurs to show support for a candidate.

Grammatical Forms of claqueur

• past tense: claqued
• plural: claqueurs
• comparative: more claqueur
• superlative: most claqueur
• present tense: claque
• future tense: will claque
• perfect tense: have claqued
• continuous tense: is claquing
• singular: claqueur
• positive degree: claqueur
• infinitive: to claque
• gerund: claquing
• participle: claqued

Origin and Evolution of claqueur

First Known Use: 1823 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'claqueur' originated in France in the 19th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe professional applauders hired to influence the audience's reaction in theaters, the term 'claqueur' has evolved to also refer to individuals who manipulate public opinion or reactions in various contexts.