acclamation

 
Pronunciation: /ˌakləˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

[mass noun]
  • loud and enthusiastic approval: the tackle brought the supporters to their feet in acclamation

Phrases

by acclamation

  • 1(of election, agreement, etc.) by overwhelming vocal approval and without ballot: the First Chamber approved ratification of the Treaty by acclamation
  • 2Canadian (of election) by virtue of being the sole candidate.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from Latin acclamatio(n-), from acclamare 'shout at', later 'shout in approval' (see acclaim)