applaud
Translation
to applaud, to praise, to commend
Examples
The audience applauded the performance.
The audience applauded the performance.
I applaud your decision to help others.
I applaud your decision to help others.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to show approval by clapping The audience applauded the performance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clap, praise, commend; Antonyms: boo, criticize
Etymology
From Latin 'applaudere', from 'ad-' (to, towards) + 'plaudere' (to clap, strike).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'app' getting a 'loud' round of applause.