Synonyms of ovations

ovations

noun

plural of ovation

as in applauses

enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval

received a standing ovation for the masterly performance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• applauses
• acclaim
• plaudits
• acclamations
• raves
• praises
• cheers
• hurrahs
• réclames
• huzzahs
• hosannas
• commendations
• hallelujahs
• compliments
• encomiums
• bravos
• tributes
• eulogies
• panegyrics
• kudos
• paeans
• accolades
• hails
• salutations
• kudos
• citations
• homages

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• jeers
• boos
• whistles
• raspberries
• sneers
• hisses
• hoots
• snickers
• snorts
• smirks
• taunts
• sniggers
• gibes
• put-downs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ovations

Jalen Brunson was on center stage in New York again Wednesday, this time for a trio of ovations at the 2026 ESPY Awards. — Reuters, NBC news, 16 July 2026

The first responders received two separate standing ovations as Higgins detailed their efforts and the significance of their work in giving people hope. — Ella Moore july 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026

For Toronto, the ovations served as a reminder that while roster turnover is inevitable in Major League Baseball, players who leave a lasting impact on a franchise can be remembered more fondly than some others. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Otherwise, witnessing standing ovations after the premieres in the Grand Hall is always a heartwarming experience. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 28 June 2026

Bono presented the accolade, the two talked Springteen’s music and activism and joined Patti Smith and her longtime accompanist Tony Shanahan in People Have The Power to standing ovations, clapping and loud cheers. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 June 2026

Regardless of the performer, Swift mouthed along with words and leaped to her feet to give ovations, cementing her status as a fan as well as an icon. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 12 June 2026

The usual response is to clap, which the phenomenon of grade inflation is turning into routine standing ovations. — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2026

On Saturday, Teller got one of the longest standing ovations—around 10 minutes—of the festival so far during the premiere of James Gray’s Paper Tiger. — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 19 May 2026