cheer 1 of 2

verb

Definition of cheernext
1
as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of critics and fans alike have cheered the latest addition to the author's series of fantasy novels

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2
as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of let's hope that these flowers will cheer my ailing aunt at least a little

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cheer

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noun

ˈchir How to pronounce cheer (audio)
1
as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer

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2
as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers

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3
as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion be of good cheer in this Christmas season

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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels

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Recent Examples of cheer
Verb
The moves were quickly cheered by the timber industry. — Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025 His homecoming at Golden 1 Center is expected to be met with a mix of emotions from fans who once cheered him as the face of the franchise. — Marcus D. Smith, Sacramento Bee, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
Candidates cannot directly respond to each other’s answers like they would in a debate, and the audience is not allowed to applaud, cheer or boo for certain candidates. — R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025 At one March 2022 show in Brooklyn, Toledo wore a fursuit onstage for the first time, drawing rapturous cheers from the furries in the crowd. — Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cheer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
  1. applaud
  2. reassure
  3. glee
  4. relief
  5. spirit
  6. ovation
  7. praise
  8. assure
Verb
  • Advocates for a death-row inmate in Louisiana have applauded a federal judge's decision to halt his execution using nitrogen gas.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • If this movie plays some small part in destigmatizing middle-aged female sexuality, that’s worth applauding.
    — Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of applaud
Verb
  • Since then, various administration officials have sought to reassure investors that there’s no need to panic.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025
  • In an Instagram post Tuesday morning, Escondido police sought to reassure community members that the operation was not immigration focused.
    — Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of reassure
Noun
  • Trump and Vance, in one fell swoop, managed to embolden our adversaries (not just Russia — all of them watched this spectacle with glee) and alienate our staunch European allies.
    — Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2025
  • An emotional dela Fuente cried tears of joy while Ho and other Mills players jumped with glee at halfcourt.
    — Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of glee
Noun
  • Both Shriner and Sims felt a sense of relief that a tool was finally available to help stem the spread of disease.
    — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Currently, individuals and households that reside or have a business in Los Angeles County qualify for tax relief.
    — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of relief
Noun
  • As such, the doc is also a declaration of love for the Ukrainian people, their spirit, and their resilience.
    — Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Mar. 2025
  • With its carnival atmosphere and legendary party spirit, the three-day event joins other Asian showpieces such as the Singapore Grand Prix and Australian Open in drawing tourists and business travelers alike.
    — Andrew McNicol, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of spirit
Noun
  • With Mike Witcher on dobro and Ethan Ballinger on mandolin, guitar, and harmony vocals, the Luke Bulla Trio gave a commanding performance that well-deserved its standing ovations, the news release stated.
    — Del Mar Foundation, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Erivo capped off the emotional number, which earned a roaring standing ovation, with her now-viral belting riff.
    — Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of ovation
Verb
  • Goswami praised her collaborators but also thanked the AFA academy — and herself.
    — Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Fans have praised the bout and the performance of both guys as Strickland became the new #1 contender for the World Title.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of praise
Verb
  • Commenting on the issue, Commissioner Jay Monahan assured that the two issues were unrelated.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Proceeds benefit Winter Park Day Nursery’s mission to assure a high-quality preschool education for children, regardless of their family’s income.
    — Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
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