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

Nearly every firefighter-paramedic was in the room — some were out on a call — to give Umek a series of standing ovations along with family, friends, members of other fire departments and other city officials. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

Jordan Firstman’s directorial debut, Club Kid, was the talk of Cannes this year, earning a seven-minute standing ovation and starting a bidding war. — Chelsea Daniel, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

Heat president Pat Riley got a big ovation from Lakers fans when he was shown on the scoreboard. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026

Selznick and the film’s stars received standing ovations that lasted a full minute. — Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 3 Nov. 2026