ACCLAMATION

Acclamation

An acclamation, in its most common sense, is a form of election that does not use a ballot. "Acclamation" or "acclamatio" can also signify a kind of ritual greeting and expression of approval in certain social contexts in ancient Rome.

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acclamation

Noun

  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. -.
  2. The process of electing a person to a post in the absence of other nominees.
  3. A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.
    Acclamation medals are those on which laudatory acclamations are recorded. -
  4. Without opposition in an election.
    With no one running against her, she won by acclamation.
  5. An oral vote taken without formal ballot and with much fanfare; typically an overwhelmingly affirmative vote.


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