acclamation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun enthusiastic approval
    plaudits; eclat; acclaim; plaudit.
    • the book met with modest acclaim
    • he acknowledged the plaudits of the crowd
    • they gave him more eclat than he really deserved

WordNet

Ac`cla*ma"tion noun
Etymology
L. acclamatio: cf. F. acclamation.
Definitions
  1. A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
    On such a day, a holiday having been voted by acclamation, an ordinary walk would not satisfy the children. Southey.
  2. (Antiq.) A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.

Webster 1913