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ovation

/ə(ʊ)ˈveɪʃn/

Meanings
  • noun

    A loud and enthusiastic expression of approval, admiration, or triumph.

    - "The audience gave an ovation to the speaker."
    - "The team received an ovation after winning the championship."

Pronunciation
  1. /ə(ʊ)ˈveɪʃn/



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  2. /ə(ʊ)ˈveɪʃn/



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Synonyms

ovate
Rhymes
Words rhyming with ovation
applause , celebration , praise
Variants
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ovation , ovations , standing ovation
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'ovatio', meaning 'speech of approval'.


Trivia
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  1. An ovation can last for several minutes, especially for a particularly impressive performance.

  2. The term 'ovation' is also used in astronomy to refer to the brightening of a planet or star when it passes in front of another celestial body.


Related Concepts
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  1. Applause: A form of expression of approval or admiration, similar to an ovation, but usually limited to clapping.


Culture
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An ovation is a common form of recognition and appreciation in various contexts such as arts, sports, and academic achievements.

How to Memorize "ovation"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a crowd standing and clapping, cheering and making noise to express their approval and admiration.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'ovation' with a standing ovation, a crowd showing approval, or a triumphant moment.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering 'O' for ovation and 'V' for standing up and clapping 'V'erbally.


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