Applause and Respects

Applause noun - Enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval.

Respects and applause are semantically related In some cases you can use "Respects" instead a noun "Applause".

Respects noun - (often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem.

Applause and respects are semantically related in blessing topic. Sometimes you can use "Applause" instead a noun "Respects", if it concerns topics such as praise.