Definition

Noun: 1. Enthusiastic approval or praise expressed publicly, especially by clapping or cheering. This word refers to the act of applauding or the applause itself, signifying strong commendation from an audience or group.

Usage

"Plaudits" is a formal noun, typically used in the plural form. It describes the vocal or demonstrative praise given to someone for an achievement, performance, or action.

Examples

• The conductor bowed deeply, acknowledging the plaudits of the appreciative audience.
• Her groundbreaking research earned her plaudits from colleagues around the world.
• The new policy has won plaudits from industry experts.

Advanced Usage

• "To receive/earn/win plaudits": This is the most common construction, meaning to be given praise or acclaim.
  • The young director received plaudits for her first feature film.
• "To be met with plaudits": To be greeted or received with praise.
  • The announcement was met with widespread plaudits.
• "Deserved/well-deserved plaudits": Used to emphasize that the praise was merited.
  • He accepted the well-deserved plaudits for his charitable work.

Variants and Related Words

• Plaudit (noun, singular): The singular form is rare and often used in a more abstract or literary sense.
  • A work worthy of plaudit.
• Applaud (verb): To show approval or praise by clapping.
• Applause (noun): The clapping of hands to show approval or enjoyment.

Synonyms

• Acclaim: Enthusiastic and public praise.
• Accolades: Awards or expressions of praise.
• Commendation: Formal or official praise.
• Eclat (from the reference context): Conspicuous success or brilliant performance, often accompanied by acclaim.
• Ovation: Sustained and enthusiastic applause.

Antonyms

• Criticism: The expression of disapproval based on perceived faults or mistakes.
• Censure: Strong disapproval or harsh criticism.
• Condemnation: The expression of very strong disapproval.

Notes

"Plaudits" is often used in journalistic or formal writing to describe public or professional approval. While it originates from the Latin for "applause," its modern use extends beyond literal clapping to include any form of enthusiastic public praise.

Noun

1. enthusiastic approval
   • the book met with modest acclaim
   • he acknowledged the plaudits of the crowd
   • they gave him more eclat than he really deserved