Applause and Grouse

Opposite meaning words

Applause noun - Enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval.

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Grouse is an antonym for applause.

Grouse noun - An expression of dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment.

Usage example: a forum in which employees can air their grouses

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Applause is an antonym for grouse.

Nearby Words: grousing, groused, grouser

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Grouse and Applause. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/applause/grouse

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