noun

acclamation

ak-luh-MAY-shun/ˌækləˈmeɪʃn/

Public expression of collective approval.

The assembly greets the proposal with loud acclamation and raised hands.

A speaker receives enthusiastic applause and cheers from exactly five adult listeners; visible clapping and open mouths, no speech text.

Etymology

acLatinto, toward

+clamLatinto cry out

+ationLatinact or process

Acclamation names the act of crying out toward someone, specifically in approval. Its connection with shouting explains why it suggests loud, public enthusiasm rather than merely private admiration.

In context

National Trust for Historic Preservation20:41

I ask for approval of the Slate by acclamation as indicated by your applause thank you all thank you all

PastForward 2015: Opening Plenary & preservationFUTURE TrustLive

More examples

The chair was elected by acclamation.
Public acclamation followed the team's unexpected victory.
The announcement drew acclamations from the gathered supporters.

Forms

acclamation · acclamations

Similar words

applause: Typically expresses approval through clapping rather than voiced agreement.
endorsement: Can be a formal statement without collective enthusiasm.