applaud
definition
to show approval or praise by clapping hands or expressing acclaim
example
The audience erupted in applause to applaud the talented performers after their breathtaking show.
synonyms
clappraisecheer
word origin — The word 'applaud' originates from the Latin 'applaudere', which is a combination of 'ad-' (to) and 'plaudere' (to clap or to strike).