Applaud
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verb
Definition
To show approval by clapping; to express warm approval or praise
Examples
“Critics applauded the director's bold artistic choices.”
“We should applaud their efforts to improve the community.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Applaud is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "commend" or "praise" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "censure".
Related GRE Words
laud
To praise highly; to extol
commend
To praise formally or officially; to recommend
acclaim
Enthusiastic public praise or approval
compliment
An expression of praise or admiration; to praise or express admiration
eulogize
To praise highly, especially in a formal speech
plaudits
Praise; enthusiastic approval
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