spat vs applaud

applaud vs spat

spat is a noun but applaud is not a noun.

spat and applaud both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
spat	Yes	No	Yes	No
applaud	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, spat and applaud are synonyms defined as:

spat and applaud: clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

Other synonyms of spat include acclaim, clap.

spat (noun)	applaud (noun)
a young oyster or other bivalve
a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles
a quarrel about petty points

spat (verb)	applaud (verb)
clap one's hands together	express that something is worthy of praise
spawn	clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
engage in a brief and petty quarrel
clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
strike with a sound like that of falling rain
become permanently attached
come down like raindrops

Difference between spat and applaud

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