to clap the hands as an expression of approval, appreciation, acclamation, etc.

They applauded wildly at the end of the opera.

to express approval; give praise; acclaim.

to clap the hands so as to show approval, appreciation, etc., of

to applaud an actor; to applaud a speech.

to praise or express approval of

to applaud a person's ambition.

verb

keep silent

verb

acclaim , approve , boost , cheer , commend , compliment , encourage , eulogize , extol , give a hand , give ovation , glorify , hail , hear it for , kudize , laud , magnify , plug , praise , rave , recommend , root * , clap , root , endorse , kudo