applaud
verbUK /əˈplɔːd/
US /əˈplɔːd/
To clap your hands to show you like something.
The audience applauded loudly after the wonderful show.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To praise someone or something strongly.
The teacher applauded her students for their hard work.
3. To express approval of a decision or idea.
Many people applauded the new plan to build a park.
4. To show respect by clapping.
Everyone stood up to applaud the brave firefighters.