Definitions and Examples of praise, commend, applaud
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To express admiration or approval for someone or something.
Example
The teacher praised the student for his excellent performance in the exam.
To express approval or admiration for someone or something, often with the intention of recommending it to others.
Example
The manager commended the employee for his hard work and suggested him for a promotion.
To show approval or appreciation for someone or something by clapping hands or making noise.
Example
The audience applauded the performer for his outstanding performance.
Key Differences: praise vs commend vs applaud
- 1Praise is a general term that describes expressing admiration or approval for someone or something.
- 2Commend is a more specific term that implies recommending someone or something to others.
- 3Applaud is a relational term that describes showing approval or appreciation by clapping hands or making noise.
Effective Usage of praise, commend, applaud
- 1Express Appreciation: Use praise, commend, and applaud to express admiration or approval for someone or something.
- 2Recommendation: Use commend to recommend someone or something to others.
- 3Public Speaking: Use applaud to encourage audience participation and show appreciation for the speaker.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Praise conveys general admiration, commend implies recommendation, and applaud refers to showing appreciation through clapping or making noise. Use these words to express appreciation, make recommendations, and encourage audience participation during public speaking.
