2. To praise by words; to express approbation of; to commend; to approve.

By the gods, I do applaud his courage.

Shak.

Syn. -- To praise; extol; commend; cry up; magnify; approve. See Praise.

Ap*plaud", v. i. To express approbation loudly or significantly.

Ap*plaud"er (&?;), n. One who applauds.