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clap vs applaud

applaud vs clap

clap is a noun but applaud is not a noun.

clap and applaud both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clap Yes No Yes No
applaud No No Yes No
As verbs, clap and applaud are synonyms defined as:
  • clap and applaud: clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
Other synonyms of clap include acclaim, spat.
clap (noun) applaud (noun)
a sudden very loud noise
a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated
a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra
clap (verb) applaud (verb)
clap one's hands together express that something is worthy of praise
clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
strike together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
strike with the flat of the hand; usually in a friendly way, as in encouragement or greeting
put quickly or forcibly
strike the air in flight
cause to strike the air in flight
Difference between clap and applaud

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