Saturday, November 23, 2019

Word of the Day: Plaudit


Plaudit:  [PLAW-det]

Part of speech:  noun

Origin:  Latin, 17th century

1.  An expression of praise, usually used in the plural

2.  A round of applause

Examples used in a sentence:

1.  The cast of the play was relieved to read the plaudits of critics after opening night.

2.  The plaudit from the audience lasted through several curtain calls, ending in a standing ovation.

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