Applauding and Captious
Opposite meaning words
Applauding
Applauding adjective - Expressing approval.
Usage example: a student encouraged by his teacher's applauding comments
Captious is an antonym for applauding.
Nearby Word: applauded
Captious
Captious adjective - Given to making or expressing unfavorable judgments about things.
Applauding is an antonym for captious.
Nearby Words: caption, captiously
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