acclamation

The definition of acclamation is loudly showing approval or praise, usually by clapping or cheering.

(noun)

An example of acclamation would be a standing ovation.

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See acclamation in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

  1. an acclaiming or being acclaimed
  2. loud applause or strong approval
  3. a vote by voice; esp., an enthusiastic approving vote without an actual count: elected by acclamation

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See acclamation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A shout or salute of enthusiastic approval.
  2. An oral vote, especially an enthusiastic vote of approval taken without formal ballot: a motion passed by acclamation.

Origin:

Origin: Latin acclāmātiō, acclāmātiōn-

Origin: , from acclāmātus

Origin: , past participle of acclāmāre, to shout at; see acclaim

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Related Forms:

  • ac·clamˈa·toˌry (ə-klămˈə-tôrˌē, -tōrˌē) adjective

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