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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WordMeaning
acclaimapplaud
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
wallowto roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement