ovation

noun

ova·​tion ō-ˈvā-shən 

1

: a ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted

2

: an expression or demonstration of popular acclaim especially by enthusiastic applause

received a standing ovation

Synonyms

• acclamation
• applause
• cheer
• cheering
• plaudit(s)
• rave(s)
• réclame

Examples of ovation in a Sentence

He was welcomed by a warm ovation when he came out onto the stage.

received a standing ovation for the masterly performance

Recent Examples on the Web

Popular on Variety When Bardem took the stage, the crowd stood, showering him with a lengthy ovation. —Callum McLennan, Variety, 21 Sep. 2024

According to a statement put out by a production spokesperson following today’s matinee, both Mason and LuPone received standing ovations at the beginning and at the end of the performance. —Greg Evans, Deadline, 15 Sep. 2024

Lopez then shared two videos in her post, which highlighted the standing ovation the movie received after its TIFF premiere. —Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2024

Demi Moore's 'gory as hell,' 'f---ing insane' body horror movie gets huge standing ovation at Cannes Moore and Qualley give truly unhinged performances. —Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 7 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin ovation-, ovatio, from ovare to exult; akin to Greek euoi, interjection used in bacchic revels

First Known Use

1533, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing ovation

• standing ovation

Kids Definition

ovation

noun

ova·​tion ō-ˈvā-shən 

: a public expression of praise : enthusiastic applause