acclamation — meaning in English
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English meaning
- acclamation noun A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
- applause noun Clapping and cheering used to show approval, usually after a performance or speech.
Senses
acclamation is used for these senses in English:
- acclamation A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
- applause The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.
acclamation — full definition
- noun A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
- noun The act of winning an election to a post because there were no other candidates.
- noun A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.
- noun An oral vote taken without formal ballot and with much fanfare; typically an overwhelmingly affirmative vote.