noun
Uncommon
ovation
oh-VAY-shuhn
Ovation (noun) means Loud, sustained applause given in appreciation of something. Example: “The singer received a standing ovation at the end of the show.”
noun
1
Loud, sustained applause given in appreciation of something.
"The singer received a standing ovation at the end of the show."
"His speech earned a thunderous ovation from the crowd."
2
A public show of praise or recognition for an achievement.
"The retiring coach was given an ovation for decades of service."
How to use ovation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEnthusiastic clapping and cheering to honor someone.
Common mistake
Usually paired with "standing" for the strongest form of praise (a standing ovation).
Common pairings
standing ovation
give someone an ovation
rapturous ovation
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Word forms
- Plural
- ovations
- Third person singular
- ovations
- Past tense
- ovationed
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Etymology
From Latin ovatio, a lesser form of victory celebration than a full triumph, from the verb ovare, "to rejoice."
Synonyms
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standing ovation
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Rhymes for ovation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “ovation” mean?
The word “ovation” means loud, sustained applause given in appreciation of something. In plain terms, enthusiastic clapping and cheering to honor someone.
How do you pronounce “ovation”?
“Ovation” is pronounced oh-VAY-shuhn (/oʊˈveɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “ovation” in a sentence?
Here is “ovation” used in a sentence: “The singer received a standing ovation at the end of the show.”
What part of speech is “ovation”?
“Ovation” is a noun.
Where does the word “ovation” come from?
The word “ovation” comes from Latin. From Latin ovatio, a lesser form of victory celebration than a full triumph, from the verb ovare, "to rejoice.".
Is “ovation” a common word?
“Ovation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ovation” have?
“Ovation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: loud, sustained applause given in appreciation of something.
