Applause dream meaning is explained below using 11 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Klaus Vollmar

Approval. Vanity based on fear of rejection or success. Often a sign of avoiding criticism.

One is surrounded by envy and jealousy.

A warning not to be so vain. Also an expression of the need for recognition. You should compliment yourself and others. In any case, you want others to pay attention to you. What are you doing to make it happen?

Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia • Author: Klaus Vollmar

Interpretation 2 — myjellybean

To hear applause in your dream, indicates that you are seeking acclaim and recognition. You need to acknowledge yourself in some area or situation in your life.

If you dream that you are clapping, you must learn to love yourself more.

Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 3 — Nancy Wagaman

Approval, recognition, validation, acceptance, or appreciation somewhere in your life (or a desire for such).

An indication of enjoyment or being entertained.

See Audience, Performing, Theater, Standing Up, Bowing, Love

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 4 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

To dream that you receive the open approval of your friends and neighbours is an omen of contrary. Beware of family quarrels or separation from some friend, due to ill feeling.
Source: Mystic Dream Book • Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. A good job.

2. Desire to be acknowledged for what one has accomplished.

3. The need for love (“like waves of love com­ing across the footlights”—all about eve).

Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 6 — Betty Bethards

Pat on the head from guidance; self-appreciation for a job well-done, whether great or small. Enhancing selfesteem or the need to do so.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 7 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of applause symbolize your desire for approval and positive feedback or to give praise, recognition and acknowledgment .
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 8 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

A dream of contrary.

There is some ill- feeling and/or jealousy around you but you can overcome it if you try a bit of tact

Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 9 — Silvana Amar

Accept credit without taking on vanity and arrogance. Repattern these personality traits for your own benefit. Reproach. 
Source: The Bedside Dream Dictionary • Author: Silvana Amar

Interpretation 10 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Giving oneself recognition or the desire for recognition.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 11 — Tony Crisp

Desire for acclaim or giving oneself acclaim.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp