Ovation Definition

ō-vāshən
ovations
noun
ovations
In ancient Rome, a lesser ceremonial tribute to a hero whose deeds were not great enough to justify a full triumph.
Webster's New World
An enthusiastic outburst of applause or an enthusiastic public welcome.
Webster's New World
A show of public homage or welcome.
American Heritage
An ancient Roman victory ceremony of somewhat less importance than a triumph.
American Heritage
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Other Word Forms of Ovation

Noun

Singular:
ovation
Plural:
ovations

Origin of Ovation

  • Latin ovātiō ovātiōn- a Roman victory ceremony from ovātus past participle of ovāre to rejoice

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Latin ovationem, accusative of ovatio, from ovo (“I exult").

    From Wiktionary

Ovation Sentence Examples

  • Gotama's return became an ovation; musicians preceded and followed his chariot, while shouts of joy and triumph fell on his ear.

  • We gave him a standing ovation for his efforts.

  • With the fastest rise to standing ovation I have even seen in my life.

  • In 1896 President Steyn visited Pretoria, where he received an ovation as the probable future president of the two Republics.

  • With proper practice, you are sure to impress your potential employer and earn a standing ovation!

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Words Starting With

OOVOVA

Words Ending With

NONION

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Words Starting With O and Ending With N

Starts With O & Ends With NStarts With OV & Ends With NStarts With O & Ends With ON

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7 Letter Words7 Letter Words Starting With O7 Letter Words Ending With N