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applaud vs praise

praise vs applaud

applaud is not a noun while praise is a noun.

applaud and praise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
applaud No No Yes No
praise Yes No Yes No
As verbs, praise is a hypernym of applaud; that is, praise is a word with a broader meaning than applaud:
  • applaud: express that something is worthy of praise
  • praise: express approval of
applaud (noun) praise (noun)
an expression of approval and commendation
offering words of homage as an act of worship
applaud (verb) praise (verb)
express that something is worthy of praise express approval of
clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
Difference between applaud and praise

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