noun
- enthusiastic displays of approval, especially prolonged applause
Usage: plural of ovation
Examples
- The pianist received standing ovations at both concerts.
- Her speech earned thunderous ovations from the crowd.
- The team’s victory was met with ovations from their fans.
- Critics gave the new play ovations on opening night.
- The retiring teacher was surprised by the ovations from students.
- Multiple ovations interrupted the president’s address.