definition of applaud
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applaud A group applauding a speaker. verb. The definition of applaud is to show approval or praise, usually with hand clapping. Giving a standing ovation for a performer is an example of to applaud. to show approval of by clapping, cheering, etc.
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- admiring. 1  transitive verb. 2  1 : to feel respect and approval for (someone or something) : to regard with admiration They all admired her courage. 3  2 archaic : to marvel at. 4  intransitive verb. 5  dialect : to like very much … I would admire to know why not … — A. H. Lewis.
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commendation congratulations - an expression of approval and commendation; he always appreciated praise for his work. extolment, kudos, praise. commendation, approval - a message expressing a favorable opinion; words of approval seldom passed his lips.
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appreciation Definition of appreciation. 1  1a : a feeling or expression of admiration, approval, or gratitude I want to express my appreciation for all you've done. a small token of our appreciationb : judgment, evaluation; especially : a favorable critical estimatec : sensitive awareness; especially : recognition of aesthetic values a class in music appreciation.
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Definitions &Translations Praise. Praise is the act of making positive statements about a person, object or idea, either in public or privately. Praise is typically, but not exclusively, earned relative to achievement and accomplishment.
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- ab•hor•rence (ab hôr′əns, -hor′-),USA pronunciation n. 1  a feeling of extreme repugnance or aversion; 2  something or someone extremely repugnant or loathsome. 3  abhorr(ent) + -ence 1650–60.  1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged . execration, detestation.
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appreciate Learner's definition of APPRECIATE. 1. [+ object] : to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone). The company strives to make its employees feel appreciated. Living in the city has taught me to appreciate the differences between people.
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appreciate 1. to feel thankful or grateful for: to appreciate a favour. 2. (may take a clause as object) to take full or sufficient account of: to appreciate a problem.
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Adoration Adoration (Latin) is respect, reverence, strong admiration or devotion in a certain person, place, or thing.
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approbation Approbation is a formal word for approval or praise. Approbation is like getting the nod in a big way. Politicians rely on the public’s approbation to get elected. How is it possible that approbation means approval when probation is a form of being in trouble? Probation is a testing period, to see if you can be good. Approbation means it's all good. Or you can remember this rhyme: Filled with approbation, the audience gave a standing ovation.
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- noun. 1  Admiration is defined as the act of adoring or loving. An example of admiration is the look in the eyes of a couple in love. 2  The definition of an admiration is a person or thing being adored or loved. An example of an admiration is a talented Olympian.
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appreciative If you do a friend a favor, your friend will probably be appreciative, meaning grateful. Use appreciative to describe words and actions that are positive, either out of gratitude or respect. If you know that appreciation is a type of respect and admiration, then you won't be surprised by the meanings of appreciative. Children should be appreciative of everything their parents do to take care of them.
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accolade Verb[edit] accolade ‎(third-person singular simple present accolades, present participle accolading, simple past and past participle accoladed) ( 1 transitive) To embrace or kiss in salutation. ( 2 transitive, historical) To confer a knighthood on. ( transitive) To confer praise or awards on.
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- Approbation is an official, important-sounding, and somewhat old-fashioned word for approval or praise. A princess, for example, might only consider marrying a prince that is met with her father's, the King's, approbation. How is it possible that approbation means approval when probation is a form of being in trouble in school? Remember that probation is a testing period, to see if you can be good. Approbation means it's all good. Or you can remember this rhyme: Filled with approbation, the audience gave a standing ovation..
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rejoice To rejoice is to be incredibly happy, or to express your incredible happiness. If you just won millions in the lottery, you might rejoice by screaming at the top of your lungs. The verb rejoice is like to celebrate but it’s taken to more of an extreme than just a celebration. You might rejoice after scoring the winning goal in a championship game, or you might rejoice when you receive an amazing gift on your birthday. You’ll often hear this word in the phrase “let us rejoice,” especially in some religious settings.
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Adoration Adoration is the experience of worship, honor, and homage to a religious person or item. Adoration is often expressed in prostration (physically lowering one's body), heart-felt worship, and an attitude of high regard for the person or thing that is being adored.
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abraid abraid (third-person singular simple present abraids, present participle abraiding, simple past and past participle abraided or 1  ) (transitive, obsolete) To wrench (something) out. [10th-13thc.]
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- Browse the dictionary. apposite adjective. apposition noun. appraisal noun. appraise verb. appreciable adjective. appreciate verb. appreciation noun. appreciative adjective. apprehend verb.
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- Definition of admiration. 1 : a feeling of respect and approval They had/felt great admiration for her courage. 2 : an object of esteem … his perfect horsemanship … was one of my earliest admirations.
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- Define adore: to worship or honor as a deity or as divine; to regard with loving admiration and devotion; to be very fond of — adore in a sentence to worship or honor as a deity or as divine; to regard with loving admiration and devotion; to be very fond of…
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- commend (plural commends) ( 1 obsolete) commendation; praise quotations ▼ Shakespeare Speak in his just commend. ( 2 obsolete, in the plural) compliments; greetings quotations ▼ Howell Hearty commends and much endeared love to you.
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appraise verb (used with object), appraised, appraising. 1. to estimate the monetary value of; determine the worth of; assess: We had an expert appraise the house before we bought it. 2. to estimate the nature, quality, importance, etc.: He tried to appraise the poetry of John Updike.
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dismay Learner's definition of DISMAY. [+ object] : to cause (someone) to feel very worried, disappointed, or upset. Her choice of career dismays her parents. What especially dismayed [=upset, bothered] me was that no one else protested.
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Andres Iniesta given standing ovation by the Real Madrid fans after his majestic performance for Barcelona in El Clasico Andres Iniesta given standing ovation by the Real Madrid fans after his majestic performance for Barcelona in El Clasico. It brought back memories of Ronaldinho against Real Madrid back in 2005, when the Bernabeu stood up to applaud the Brazilian's match-winning performance.
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appallverb  [ T] appall meaning, definition, what is appall: to cause someone to be extremely upset or shocked: . Learn more.
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ablaut from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition. n. A vowel change, characteristic of Indo-European languages, that accompanies a change in grammatical function; for example, i, a, u in sing, sang, sung.