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Applause: meaning, definitions and examples

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applause

 

[ ษ™หˆplษ”หz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sound of clapping

Applause is the sound of hands clapping together as a way of showing approval or appreciation for something, such as a performance or speech.

Synonyms

acclaim, clapping, ovation

Examples of usage

  • The audience broke into thunderous applause after the singer's amazing performance.
  • The students gave a round of applause to thank their teacher for her hard work.
Context #2 | Noun

approval

Applause can also refer to the approval or praise given by clapping, cheering, or other positive gestures.

Synonyms

acclaim, approval, praise

Examples of usage

  • The politician received applause from the crowd for his inspiring speech.
  • The team deserved the applause they received for their outstanding performance.
Context #3 | Verb

show approval

To applause means to show approval or appreciation for something by clapping.

Synonyms

acclaim, cheer, clap

Examples of usage

  • The audience applauded loudly at the end of the play.
  • The fans applauded the team's efforts despite their loss.

Translations

Translations of the word "applause" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aplausos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคฒเคฟเคฏเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Applaus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tepuk tangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟะปะตัะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ aplauz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‹ๆ‰‹ (ใฏใใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท applaudissements

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aplausos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alkฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ•์ˆ˜ (baksu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุตููŠู‚ (tasfiq)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ potlesk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ potlesk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽŒๅฃฐ (zhวŽngshฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ aplavz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรณfatak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะป ัˆะฐะฟะฐะปะฐา› (qol ลŸapalaq)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒจแƒ˜ (tashi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alqฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aplausos

Etymology

The word 'applause' originated from the Latin word 'applaudere', which means 'to clap'. The practice of applauding as a form of approval or appreciation dates back to ancient Roman times, where it was used in theaters and arenas to show support for performers or athletes. Over time, applause has become a universal gesture of praise and recognition in various cultures around the world.

See also: applaud, applauded.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,683 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.