NYT Dictionary

PLAUDIT

/ˈplɔːdɪt/
NounVerbPLAU-ditplau-dit · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A mark or expression of applause; praise bestowed.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

For earlier plaudite, borrowed from Latin plaudite, second-person plural imperative of plaudere (“to applaud”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

acclaimapprobationencomiumapplauseplauditclapclappingacclamationlauditsaccolade

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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