ovations
Thunderous audience approval
Ovations is the plural of ovation, an enthusiastic show of approval—especially prolonged applause from an audience.
A standing ovation is the most emphatic form, with the audience rising to their feet.
The word sometimes appears in less literal contexts: The proposal received ovations from supporters across the country.
Rhythmic palm strikes
- cheersCasual toast or farewell
- handclappingStriking palms together repeatedly
- bravosShouted expressions of approval
- cheeringVocal encouragement given
thunderous applause · wild applause · curtain call · encore · bow · crowd reaction
Post-show audience acknowledgment
- encoreAudience-demanded extra performance
- bowRespectful forward inclination
- finaleConcluding part of performance
- bravoAcclaim for performers
repeat performance · take a bow · showstopper · star turn · virtuoso · soloist · stage · audience
clapping
Rhythmic palm strikes
- cheersCasual toast or farewell
- handclappingStriking palms together repeatedly
- bravosShouted expressions of approval
cheering · thunderous applause · wild applause · curtain call · encore · bow · crowd reaction
curtain call
Post-show audience acknowledgment
- encoreAudience-demanded extra performance
- bowRespectful forward inclination
- finaleConcluding part of performance
bravo · repeat performance · take a bow · showstopper · star turn · virtuoso · soloist · stage · audience · theater
praise
Expression of approval
- tributeOffering of respect
- recognitionPerceiving something as known
- honorsRecognition for achievement
homage · adulation · accolade · plaudits · commendation · kudos · laurels · esteem · respect · salute