ovation

noun

ova·tion | \ ō-ˈvā-shən

Definition of ovation

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

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He was welcomed by a warm ovation when he came out onto the stage. received a standing ovation for the masterly performance

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In the end, Courtney received a standing ovation for the performance. — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "'AGT' Star Courtney Hadwin's Time on the Show Was More Controversial Than People Realize," 14 Jan. 2019 Wade got a standing ovation following a video tribute during the first quarter timeout in his final regular-season game in the Bay Area before retiring after the season. — Josh Dubow, The Seattle Times, "Cousins’ late free throws lead Warriors past Heat 120-118," 11 Feb. 2019 Standing ovations, wide shots of the theater, views of Oscar statues and other footage—a combination of filler, celebrity close-ups and up-next teasers—were counted together. — Ellen Gamerman, WSJ, "Why Are the Oscars So Long? (Hint: 24 Minutes of Walking)," 21 Feb. 2019 His bicycle kick goal against Juventus in the quarter finals drew a standing ovation from all inside the stadium in Turin, and perhaps such a gesture could have contributed to Ronaldo seeking a move to the club. — SI.com, "Juventus Chief Hints at Interest in Cristiano Ronaldo as Rumours Continue to Grow," 4 July 2018 The honest admission touched many viewers at home and in the audience, as Tori received a standing ovation. — Jennifer Aldrich, Country Living, "Tori Spelling Shared an Emotional Childhood Story During Her 'Masked Singer' Reveal," 31 Jan. 2019 After she was done singing, Susan received a standing ovation from all the judges and audience. — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "Susan Boyle's Golden Buzzer on 'AGT: The Champions' Sparks Heated Debate," 8 Jan. 2019 The 141 women who were in attendance, with many others in absentia, received a standing ovation from the crowd. — Bridget Read, Vogue, "Aly Raisman and More Than 100 Women Join Onstage at the ESPYs to Accept the Arthur Ashe Courage Award," 19 July 2018 At the end of his song, Ray received a standing ovation from the judges and crowd. — Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, "'America's Got Talent': Transgender singer Brody Ray's performance will give you chills," 27 June 2018

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ovation

noun

English Language Learners Definition of ovation

: an occurrence in which a group of people at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., show enthusiastic approval or appreciation by clapping their hands together over and over

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ovation

noun

ova·tion | \ ō-ˈvā-shən