Applause
Applause noun - Enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval.
Usage example: a design for a memorial for the victims of the attack that has received nothing but applause from officials, commentators, and the general public
Clapping
Clapping noun - A demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together.
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Synonyms for Clapping
Applause is a synonym for clapping in recognition topic. You can use "Applause" instead a noun "Clapping", if it concerns topics such as praise, acclaim, applaud, standing ovation.
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This clapping may be the remainder of an outburst of applause from genuine supporters.
Source: Sarcastic Clapping - Mark's partner Leonard joins in, and the two argue over whether Leonard was actually clapping sarcastically or going for a dramatic slow building applause.
Source: Sarcastic Clapping -
While Lloyd was the first to start clapping, it was really only after Andreas Darlton gave applause that the remaining Britannians joined in.
Source: Anime / Code Geass
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