GRE Word List

PLAUDIT

an act or round of applause

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

Random words

WordMeaning
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
knella stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster)
bugabooan imaginary object of fear
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
agapewide open : gaping
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
stratageman artifice or trick in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness