vivat
- interjection
- /ˈviːvɑːt/
- Archaic
:
viva
- Long live the king! Vivat!
Examples
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The tradition was to exclaim vivat at the end of the coronation.
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During the ceremony, students shouted vivat to honor their retiring teacher.
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As the new leader entered the hall, the crowd cried out vivat in celebration.
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Everyone shouted vivat when the bride entered the hall.
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As the new leader entered the hall, the crowd cried out vivat in celebration.
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During the ceremony, students shouted vivat to honor their retiring teacher.
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Everyone shouted vivat when the bride entered the hall.
Synonyms
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A word people say when they raise glasses to wish good health
A shout showing support and wishing the king a long life
A loud shout to show support or celebration for someone
How Supportive
Surface Forms
Etymology
Vivat comes from the Latin verb vivere, which means 'to live', and was used as a lively exclamation of good wishes. So shouting vivat is like saying 'long live' to wish someone continued life or success.