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

Brees received a rousing ovation as he was introduced on the field, wearing his gold Hall of Fame jacket, and presented his ring by Pro Football Hall of Fame president Jim Porter. — ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026

The Russian star's two kids handled that announcement, and the crowd gave a standing ovation. — CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

That no-tax-hike line won Preckwinkle an election year ovation from commissioners. — A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

The actor received an enormous standing ovation from the crowd inside the Royal Festival Hall this evening as the film’s credits rolled. — Nada Aboul Kheir, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026