clapped

Made palms meet

Clapped is the past tense of clap—to strike palms together, typically in applause: The audience clapped enthusiastically.

Thunder claps, and you can clap someone on the back in greeting.

In British slang, clapped describes something worn-out or broken-down: a clapped-out car.

In newer slang, clapped means ugly or unattractive: That haircut is clapped.

striking

slap

Open-handed blow

  • smackStrike with open hand
  • patGentle palm stroke
  • tapValve controlling liquid flow

thump · whack · spank · thwack · swat · cuff · wallop · slapping · palm

applause

ovation

Extended audience applause

  • cheersCasual toast or farewell
  • bravoAcclaim for performers
  • encoreAudience-demanded extra performance

standing ovation · applause · kudos · praise · accolades · commendation · tribute · recognition · congratulations · plaudits

rhythm

beat

Rhythmic pulse or strike

pulse · drumming · time · groove · backbeat · downbeat · upbeat · handclap · stomp · snap

approval

endorsement

Formal expression of support

acknowledgment · ratification · consent · confirmation · agreement · nod · favor · backing · thumbs up · validation

Categories
Opposites
audience response/approval

clappedbooed

Vocally expressed disapproval

hissed · jeered · heckled · catcalled · walked out

physical hand action

clappedsat on one's hands

Chose inaction deliberately

folded arms · crossed arms

hand action

clappedreleased

Set free from confinement

let go · unclenched

Phrases
Family

clapping, clapper, clappers

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G