applauds

verbclap for; express approval

Synonyms for applauds

verb clap for; express approval

Antonyms for applauds

Word Origin & History

late 15c. (implied in applauding), "to express agreement or approval; to praise," from Latin applaudere "to clap the hands in approbation, to approve by clapping hands; to strike upon, beat," from ad "to" (see ad-) + plaudere "to clap" (see plaudit). Sense of "express approval of" is from 1590s; that of "to clap the hands" is from 1590s. Figurative sense arrived in English before literal. Related: Applauded; applauding.

Example Sentences for applauds

Applauds Clarissa for the generosity of her spirit, and the greatness of her mind.

Undine (for such is her name) applauds this with great gusto.

“Jim” Fisk had traits like these, but who now applauds them?

These men will tell you, that New England applauds this invasion.

There is not a State, that I can hear of, but applauds her, and wishes her success.

The British matron looks on, applauds, and does not turn a hair.

He applauds not only liberty but equality in the enjoyment of wealth.

“London applauds the face and figure; not the art,” replied Hart.

He never leads, never directs, but only seconds and applauds.

Remembers and applauds the part she bore in the conversation at his collation.