GRE Word List

PLAUDIT

an act or round of applause

The meaning of the word plaudit is an act or round of applause.

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protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
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asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness
hegemonypreponderant influence or authority over others : domination
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
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