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plaudit

/ˈplɔː.dɪt/
plau · dit
Plural:plaudits
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plaudit Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An expression of praise, approval, or acclaim, especially a round of applause.

Example

"The director received enthusiastic plaudits from film critics for her innovative cinematography."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Most commonly used in the plural form ('plaudits') to refer to collective expressions of praise or critical acclaim.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Shortened from the Latin phrase 'plaudite' ('applaud!'), the plural imperative of 'plaudere' ('to clap'), which Roman actors traditionally addressed to the audience at the conclusion of a play.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Plaudit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/plaudit
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