applaud

1. To show approval of by clapping the hands, acclamation, or other significant sign. I would applaud thee to the very echo, That should applaud again. Shak. 2. To praise by words; to express approbation of; to commend; to approve. By the gods, I do applaud his courage. Shak. Syn. -- To praise; extol; commend; cry up; magnify; approve. See Praise. To express approbation loudly or significantly.

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