Synonyms of acclamation

acclamation

noun

ˌa-klə-ˈmā-shən 

as in ovation

enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval

the young piano prodigy has received acclamation from audiences worldwide

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of acclamation

Grandparents who provide this crucial support deserve acclamation and a special place in heaven. — Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 31 Dec. 2025

It was presented by acclamation as punishment whenever a sports staffer made an inappropriate comment or a joke in poor taste. — Gene Myers, Freep.com, 23 Nov. 2025

Iranian diplomat Afsaneh Nadipour and Chinese Communist Party official Ren Yisheng were elected by acclamation as the new Asian representatives for the Advisory Committee of the United Nations Human Rights Council on Wednesday. — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 11 Oct. 2025

In 2020, Republicans just nuked big chunks of their calendar and proclaimed their incumbent nearly by acclamation. — Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 26 Aug. 2025