Applauding and Disapproving

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Applauding adjective - Expressing approval.

Usage example: a student encouraged by his teacher's applauding comments

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Disapproving is an antonym for applauding.

Nearby Word: applauded

Disapproving adjective - Expressing or manifesting disapproval.

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Applauding is an antonym for disapproving.

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