backslapped
Praised with contact
Backslapped is the past tense of backslap, meaning to slap someone on the back in a hearty, congratulatory way.
The gesture suggests jovial camaraderie, often among men: They backslapped and exchanged war stories.
Figuratively, backslapping describes excessive mutual praise or insincere friendliness: The award ceremony devolved into backslapping and self-congratulation.
Clap to show praise
- commendExpress approval of
- praiseExpression of approval
- celebrateHonor through festivity
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
cheer · compliment · laud · salute · toast · felicitate · well-done · bravo
Formal expression of support
- validationConfirming truth or accuracy
- acknowledgmentConfirmation of receipt
- affirmationPositive statement of truth
- sanctionApproval or punitive measure
confirmation · thumbs-up · nod · blessing · acclamation · commendation · recognition
Forming close connections
- brotherhoodKinship among men
- fellowshipMutual goodwill among companions
- kinshipState of being related
- fraternitySpirit of brotherly connection
solidarity · rapport · chummy · buddy-buddy · companionable · locker-room · teammates · bonhomie
applaud
Clap to show praise
acclaim · cheer · compliment · laud · salute · toast · felicitate · well-done · bravo · kudos
endorsement
Formal expression of support
- validationConfirming truth or accuracy
- acknowledgmentConfirmation of receipt
- affirmationPositive statement of truth
sanction · confirmation · thumbs-up · nod · blessing · acclamation · commendation · recognition
bonding
Forming close connections
- brotherhoodKinship among men
- fellowshipMutual goodwill among companions
- kinshipState of being related
fraternity · solidarity · rapport · chummy · buddy-buddy · companionable · locker-room · teammates · bonhomie · gregarious
motivation
Impetus toward a goal
reassurance · morale · cheer · empowerment · rally · bolster · hearten · buoy · inspire · confidence
teamwork
Joint effort toward shared aim
dignity · courtesy · handshake · winner · loser · competition · spirit · gentlemanly · sporting
backslappedsnubbed
Intentionally disregarded
shunned · cold-shouldered · rejected · spurned · ostracized