The Opposite(Antonym) of “harrumphing”
The antonyms of harrumphing are approve, praise, and applaud. These words convey a positive or supportive attitude towards something or someone, in contrast to the negative or disapproving connotation of harrumphing.
Definitions and Examples of approve, praise, applaud
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To express or show agreement with or support for something or someone.
Example
The board of directors will approve the new budget proposal if it meets their expectations.
To express admiration, approval, or appreciation for someone's achievements, qualities, or actions.
Example
The teacher praised the student for her excellent essay and encouraged her to continue writing.
To show approval or admiration for someone or something by clapping hands or making other sounds.
Example
The audience applauded the performer's stunning performance and asked for an encore.
Key Differences: approve vs praise vs applaud
- 1Approve implies agreement or support for a decision, action, or proposal.
- 2Praise expresses admiration or appreciation for someone's qualities, achievements, or actions.
- 3Applaud shows approval or admiration for someone or something by clapping hands or making other sounds.
Effective Usage of approve, praise, applaud
- 1Express Support: Use approve to show agreement or support for a decision or proposal.
- 2Show Appreciation: Use praise to express admiration or appreciation for someone's qualities, achievements, or actions.
- 3Demonstrate Approval: Use applaud to show approval or admiration for someone or something by clapping hands or making other sounds.
Remember this!
The antonyms of harrumphing convey a positive or supportive attitude towards something or someone. Use approve to express agreement or support, praise to show admiration or appreciation, and applaud to demonstrate approval or admiration by clapping hands or making other sounds.
