applauds
verbUK /əˈplɔːdz/
US /əˈplɔːdz/
Claps hands to show that you like something.
The whole class applauds when the magician finishes his trick.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Shows strong approval of a person or idea.
The teacher applauds her students for working so hard.
3. Praises something publicly, as in a speech or review.
The mayor applauds the volunteers who cleaned the park.
4. Makes a loud sound by striking hands together repeatedly.
The audience applauds loudly at the end of the play.