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
amassto collect for oneself : accumulate
encipherto convert (a message) into cipher
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
menageriea place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition
festiveof, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival