Ovation

Pronunciation: /oʊˈveɪʃən/

Definitions of ovation

noun a sustained and enthusiastic show of appreciation from an audience, typically by clapping

Example Sentences

A1 The audience gave the singer a big ovation at the end of the concert.

A2 The students received an ovation from their classmates for their presentation.

B1 The actor received a standing ovation for his outstanding performance in the play.

B2 The team's victory was met with thunderous ovation from the fans in the stadium.

C1 The scientist's groundbreaking discovery was met with a standing ovation at the conference.

C2 The conductor received a prolonged ovation from the audience for his exceptional performance.

Examples of ovation in a Sentence

formal The pianist received a standing ovation from the audience after his performance.

informal The singer got a huge ovation from the crowd at the concert.

slang The team's victory got a massive ovation from the fans.

figurative Her innovative idea received an ovation from her colleagues during the meeting.

Grammatical Forms of ovation

• past tense: ovationed
• plural: ovations
• comparative: more ovation
• superlative: most ovation
• present tense: ovation
• future tense: will ovation
• perfect tense: have ovationed
• continuous tense: is ovationing
• singular: ovation
• positive degree: ovation
• infinitive: to ovation
• gerund: ovationing
• participle: ovationed

Origin and Evolution of ovation

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ovation' originated from the Latin word 'ovatio', which was a type of Roman triumphal procession where the general or victorious commander entered Rome in a less extravagant manner compared to a full triumph.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'ovation' has evolved to refer to a public show of appreciation or enthusiasm, often expressed through applause or cheers in response to a performance or achievement.