Plaudits
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noun
Definition
Praise; enthusiastic approval
Examples
“The performance earned plaudits from critics.”
“Her work received plaudits throughout the industry.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Plaudits is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "acclaim" or "accolades" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "censure".
Related GRE Words
applaud
To show approval by clapping; to express warm approval or praise
commend
To praise formally or officially; to recommend
laud
To praise highly; to extol
extol
To praise enthusiastically
accolade
An award or privilege granted as a special honor; high praise
eulogize
To praise highly, especially in a formal speech
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