applaud
noun
1. (obsolete) Applause; applauding.
2. (obsolete) Plaudit.
verb
1. clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
Similar word(s): acclaim, clap, spat
Definition categories: communication, gesticulate, gesture, motion
2. express approval of
- I applaud your efforts
Definition categories: communication, praise
Sentences with applaud as a verb:
- After the performance, the audience applauded for five minutes
- Although we don't like your methods, we applaud your motives.