ap|plaud´a|ble

ap|plaud´a|ble
ap|plaud «uh PLD», intransitive verb.
to show approval, especially by clapping hands, shouting, or stamping the feet.
–v.t.
1. to show approval of in this way: »

The audience applauds anything that pleases it in a play or concert.

2. to be pleased with; approve; praise: »

Mother applauded his decision to remain in school.

SYNONYM(S): commend, laud, extol, acclaim.
[< Latin applaudere < ad- upon + plaudere clap]
ap|plaud´a|ble, adjective.
ap|plaud´er, noun.
ap|plaud´ing|ly, adverb.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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