Applause vs. Huzza — What's the Difference?

Applause (Latin applaudere, to strike upon, clap) is primarily a form of ovation or praise expressed by the act of clapping, or striking the palms of the hands together, in order to create noise. Audiences usually applaud after a performance, such as a musical concert, speech, or play, as a sign of enjoyment and approval.

Used to express joy, encouragement, or triumph.

Approval expressed especially by the clapping of hands.

A shout of "huzzah."

Praise; commendation

A cheer.

The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.

Alternative spelling of huzzah

The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by clapping the hands, stamping or tapping with the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.

Alternative spelling of huzzah

A demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

Alternative spelling of huzzah

A word used as a shout of joy, exultation, approbation, or encouragement.

A shout of huzza; a cheer; a hurrah.

To shout huzza; to cheer.

To receive or attend with huzzas.