Antonyms for applause
Grammar : Noun |
Spell : uh-plawz |
Phonetic Transcription : əˈplɔz |
Definition of applause
Origin :- early 15c., from Latin applausus, past participle of applaudere "approve by clapping hands" (see applaud).
- noun clapping; expression of approval
- This short speech was received with applause by the combatants.
- Extract from : « A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion » by William Dobein James
- Her applause was not languid applause, neither was it without discrimination.
- Extract from : « The Foolish Lovers » by St. John G. Ervine
- On the tide of applause which congratulated the boat's only baronet, I rose.
- Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
- When I came on to the stage I was always greeted by applause from these young men.
- Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt
- Victor Hugo finished his speech in the midst of applause and cheers.
- Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt
- Croizette had just played her part, and her kiss had been greeted with a burst of applause.
- Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt
- Here the speaker was interrupted by applause that lasted several minutes.
- Extract from : « Freeland » by Theodor Hertzka
- This was received with applause, and the meeting terminated.
- Extract from : « A Woman Intervenes » by Robert Barr
- Shouts of applause went up for the victor, and there were many cries of “Cherokee!”
- Extract from : « White Fang » by Jack London
- The little man's speech was greeted with a sudden roar of applause.
- Extract from : « The Harbor » by Ernest Poole
Synonyms for applause
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