Afterclap — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈaf-tər-ˌklap/ af·ter·clap

Meaning & Definition of Afterclap

Afterclap (noun)

  1. an unexpected damaging or unsettling event following a supposedly closed affair

Afterclap (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in aftershock, afterglow

    similar: afterglow, aftershock, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off, ramification, aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot
    opposite: antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason, consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Afterclap

The most common words with a similar meaning to Afterclap:

afterglow, aftershock, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off, ramification, aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Afterclap

Words with the opposite meaning of Afterclap:

antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason, consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

Origin & Etymology of Afterclap

Middle English after clap, from after after- + clap clap:2

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Afterclap

What does "Afterclap" mean?

"Afterclap" means an unexpected damaging or unsettling event following a supposedly closed affair. As a noun, it is defined as: an unexpected damaging or unsettling event following a supposedly closed affair.

What is another word for "Afterclap"?

Other words for "Afterclap" include afterglow, aftershock, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, blowback and by-product. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Afterclap" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Afterclap"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Afterclap". Common alternatives include afterglow, aftershock, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, blowback, by-product, fallout and offshoot.

What is the opposite of "Afterclap"?

Antonyms of "Afterclap" include antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason, consideration, determinant and factor.

Is "Afterclap" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Afterclap" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Afterclap"?

"Afterclap" is pronounced /ˈaf-tər-ˌklap/ and divided into syllables as af·ter·clap.

What is the origin of the word "Afterclap"?

"Afterclap" comes from Middle English after clap, from after after- + clap clap:2. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Afterclap" meaning "as in aftershock, afterglow"?

When "Afterclap" (noun) means as in aftershock, afterglow, synonyms include afterglow, aftershock, denouement, echo, implication and repercussion. Opposites in this sense include antecedent, causation, cause and occasion.