Applaud meaning

What does “applaud” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“applaud” is a verb with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval.

applaud

verb

  1. clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

    Oppositesboo
  2. express approval of

    “I applaud your efforts”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University