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  • present participle of clap.

clapping

NOUN
acclaim
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acclamation applause commendation kudos praise rave recognition
STRONG
PR acknowledgment approbation celebration cheering eulogizing exaltation honor plaudits puff strokes stroking
WEAK
pat on the back pat on the head pumping up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
blame censure criticism disapproval
STRONG
condemnation debasement denunciation humiliation
WEAK
beratement jeering vituperation
NOUN
plaudits
Synonyms
STRONG
acclaim acclamation accolade cheering cheers commendation hand hurrahs kudos ovation praise raves rooting
WEAK
big hand laudation stamping standing ovation
Antonyms
STRONG
blame censure criticism disapproval silence

Example Sentences

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“I wanted her to feel like, ‘Mom, look at all these people that are clapping for you.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

While the Shakhtar fans bounced in one corner, the home supporters played their part in creating a fantastic atmosphere, with everyone clapping and cheering.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

I was genuinely grateful, and yet … it was like coming out of a lake after nearly drowning to be met with clapping that you are alive.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Thoma Bravo, a longtime technology investor, and its founder Orlando Bravo have been clapping back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

But Ms. Bayer is clapping her hands to start class.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

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