noun
acclamation
Acclamation (noun) means a shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
noun
1
A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
2
The act of winning an election to a post because there were no other candidates.
3
A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.
4
An oral vote taken without formal ballot and with much fanfare; typically an overwhelmingly affirmative vote.
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Etymology
* First attested in 1541. * Borrowed from Latin acclāmātiō, acclāmātiōnis (“calling, exclamation, shout of approval”), from acclamo (“shout approval or disapproval of, shout out at”), from ad (“toward”) + clamo (“cry out”) * Compare French acclamation.
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Rhymes for acclamation
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ablation
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ideation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of acclamation?
"acclamation" (noun) means a shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
What is another word for acclamation?
Other words for "acclamation" include acclaim, eclat, plaudits, plaudit.
What are the different meanings of acclamation?
"acclamation" has 3 main meanings: 1. A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause; 2. The act of winning an election to a post because there were no other candidates; 3. A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.
