Ovation
Pronunciation: /oʊˈveɪʃən/
Ovation (noun)
- a loud and enthusiastic show of approval by clapping hands.
- a lesser Roman triumph, a ceremony to honor a victorious general.
Examples
- The actor received a standing ovation after the performance.
- The speech ended with a loud ovation from the audience.
Common collocations: standing ovation, receive an ovation, loud ovation