applauding
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for applauding, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Clapping the hands to show approval or praising something openly; the present participle of applaud.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use applauding
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
standing and applauding
widely applauding
Frequently asked questions
What does “applauding” mean?
The word “applauding” means clapping the hands to show approval or praising something openly; the present participle of applaud. In plain terms, the act of clapping or praising, happening right now.
How do you use “applauding” in a sentence?
Here is “applauding” used in a sentence: “The whole theatre stood applauding as the curtain fell.”
What part of speech is “applauding”?
“Applauding” is a verb.