Synonyms of ovation

ovation

noun

ō-ˈvā-shən 

as in applause

enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval

received a standing ovation for the masterly performance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• applause
• acclaim
• cheering
• praise
• acclamation
• cheer
• réclame
• plaudit(s)
• clapping
• rave(s)
• tribute
• hail
• hurrah
• eulogy
• encomium
• hallelujah
• hosanna
• panegyric
• commendation
• paean
• accolade
• compliment
• salutation
• bravo
• kudos
• homage
• citation
• huzzah
• kudo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• booing
• hissing
• whistle
• raspberry
• hiss
• sneer
• smirk
• boo
• snort
• jeer
• snicker
• hoot
• taunt
• snigger
• gibe
• put-down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ovation

Biggest ovation of the night was for 99-year-old Maybelle Blair, who threw a ceremonial first pitch to San Fran’s Kelsie Whitmore. — Greg Cote august 2, Miami Herald, 2 Aug. 2026

The audience gives him a standing ovation, and Bergé appears cautiously relieved. — Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026

Rick Moranis received a standing ovation Friday at San Diego Comic-Con, where the long-dormant actor was part of a panel promoting the upcoming Spaceballs sequel. — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026

Perez received an ovation from the Comerica Park crowd after the record was announced. — Dave Hogg, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026