applause
Translation
applause, clapping, praise
Examples
There was a round of applause for the singer.
There was a round of applause for the singer.
He received applause for his honesty.
He received applause for his honesty.
Grammar Patterns
((a round of applause)) a period of clapping There was a round of applause for the singer.
((applause for sth.)) praise for something He received applause for his honesty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clapping, acclaim, praise, ovation
Etymology
The noun form of 'applaud'. From Latin 'applausus', past participle of 'applaudere' (to applaud).
Memory Tips
If you 'applaud' (the verb), you create 'applause' (the noun). It's the sound and action of clapping.