plaudit

[plaw-dit]

noun

1. an enthusiastic expression of approval.

   Her portrayal of Juliet won the plaudits of the critics.

2. a demonstration or round of applause, as for some approved or admired performance.

plaudit

/ ˈplɔːdɪt /

noun

1. an expression of enthusiastic approval or approbation

2. a round of applause

Word History and Origins

Origin of plaudit¹

First recorded in 1615–25; earlier plaudite (pronounced as three syllables), from Latin, 2nd person plural imperative of plaudere “to applaud ”

Word History and Origins

Origin of plaudit¹

C17: shortened from earlier plauditē, from Latin: applaud!, from plaudere to _applaud

Example Sentences

Across the basketball world, similar plaudits came pouring in Tuesday in light of Raveling’s death.

From Los Angeles Times

His stance won him plaudits from Eritreans and diplomats alike.

From BBC

My personal view is he was afforded so many plaudits last season – and played so often – there was a false assessment of his abilities and where his career is at.

From BBC

They both earned plaudits for doing the hard work of ministering from blue-collar cities — Buenos Aires for Francis, San Antonio for Gomez.

From Los Angeles Times

The cast, including newcomer Owen Cooper as young Jamie, and Stephen Graham as his dad, have received plaudits for their performances.

From BBC

Related Words

• acclamation 
• applause 
• ovation