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    Acclamation (en. Acclamation)

    /ak.la.ma.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Approval or support expressed by cries or applause.
    The acclamation of the crowd after his speech was immense.
    L'acclamation de la foule après son discours était immense.
    Expression of collective enthusiasm or approval.
    The acclamations rang out when the champion received his prize.
    Les acclamations ont retenti lorsque le champion a reçu son prix.
    Public support during an election or nomination.
    He was elected by acclamation, without opposition.
    Il a été élu par acclamation, sans opposition.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acclamationem', meaning a cry of approval.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    general acclamation
    Broad and unanimous support from the public.
    acclamation générale
    to vote by acclamation
    To elect or approve without formal opposition.
    voter par acclamation
    to make the acclamation
    To express one's support or enthusiasm.
    faire l'acclamation

    Related Words

    applause
    Action of clapping hands to show approval.
    applaudissement
    ovation
    Warm reception by the public, often with applause.
    ovation
    disapproval
    Expression of discontent or rejection.
    désapprobation

    Slang Meanings

    Yo, did you see the crowd going wild? That was real acclamation!
    The party was exceptional; everyone was in acclamation.
    La fête était exceptionnelle, tout le monde était en acclamation.
    The team's acclamation is full energy!
    When he scored, the room was in total acclamation.
    Quand il a marqué, la salle était en totale acclamation.