standing ovation meaning

Definition of standing ovation

1. enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)

   Synonyms: ovation

   Type of: recognition

standing ovation in a sentence

• The cast was given a standing ovation.
• Adriano's star performance earned him a standing ovation.
• The audience gave them a standing ovation.
• The crowd burst into a standing ovation.
• I wasn't expecting a standing ovation.

How to pronounce standing ovation

standing ovation is pronounced /ˈstændɪŋ oʊˈveɪʃən/ in American English. It has 5 syllables.