Acclamatory

Pronunciation: /əˈklæməˌtɔri/

Definitions of acclamatory

adjective describing or characterized by acclamation; expressing strong approval or praise

Example Sentences

A1 The children gave an acclamatory cheer when the clown appeared at the party.

A2 The audience's acclamatory applause filled the theater after the performance.

B1 The team received an acclamatory reception from their fans after winning the championship.

B2 The acclamatory reviews of the new restaurant have attracted a lot of customers.

C1 The acclamatory response to the politician's speech was overwhelming.

C2 The acclamatory atmosphere at the concert was electric, with the crowd cheering and singing along.

Examples of acclamatory in a Sentence

formal The acclamatory speeches from the audience showed their overwhelming support for the candidate.

informal The crowd went wild with acclamatory cheers when the band took the stage.

slang The acclamatory vibe at the party was off the charts!

figurative Her acclamatory gestures spoke louder than words, showing her approval of the decision.

Grammatical Forms of acclamatory

• past tense: acclaimed
• plural: acclamatories
• comparative: more acclamatory
• superlative: most acclamatory
• present tense: acclaims
• future tense: will acclaim
• perfect tense: have acclaimed
• continuous tense: is acclaiming
• singular: acclamatory
• positive degree: acclamatory
• infinitive: to acclaim
• gerund: acclaiming
• participle: acclaimed

Origin and Evolution of acclamatory

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'acclamatory' originates from the Latin word 'acclamare' which means to shout approval or praise.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of expressing approval or praise through shouting, the meaning of 'acclamatory' has evolved to also signify something that is celebratory or laudatory in nature.