Applause and Disapproval

Opposite meaning words

Applause noun - Enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval.

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Disapproval is an antonym for applause in clapping topic.

Disapproval noun - Refusal to accept as right or desirable.

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Applause is an antonym for disapproval in blame topic.

genuine	genuine applause	genuine disapproval
resounding	resounding applause	resounding disapproval
actual	actual applause	actual disapproval
extreme	extreme applause	extreme disapproval
Other adjectives: huge, general.

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Disapproval and Applause. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/applause/disapproval

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