Word of the Day – ClaqueAshley Adams and David Weischadle, Esq.Ashley Adams and David Weischadle, Esq.Published: January 8, 2015Southern Stock\Getty ImagesShare on FacebookShare on TwitterToday's word of the day is:ClaqueDictionary.com defines claque as:nouna group of persons hired to applaud an act or performer.a group of sycophants.