applauding Get Printable Handwriting Rhymes Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to show approval or praise by clapping hands Example Sentence The audience was applauding loudly. Synonyms cheer; praise; commend Antonyms boo; criticize Hear It! Say It! Write It! applauding Switch to cursive Start Rhymes Two Syllable Rhymes (2) lauding rawding Three Syllable Rhymes (3) applauding defrauding marauding Share with your friends: