viva

Used to express acclamation, salute, or applause.

An Italian exclamation corresponding to the French vive, ‘long live.’ Often used substantively: as, the vivas of the crowd.

Lit., (long) live; — an exclamation expressing good will, well wishing, etc.

Long live … ! (used to express acclaim or support).

To cheer or applaud.

An oral examination, typically for an academic qualification.

To subject to an examination of this kind.

an examination conducted by spoken communication