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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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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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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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
Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
The people cheering him on to find his mad wife while at said mad wife’s sister’s home?
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 25 June 2025
Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
For a start, the cheers from the nearby Andy Murray Arena are loud and booming, but so too is the exclusive balcony area hanging just to the side of the court, where people are sipping their wine or their Pimm’s and chatting loudly (the judge on court 1 has to shush them at one point).
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 20 June 2025
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Verb
Then Ghostface and other rappers began joining RZA – as well as the live band and DJ Mathematics already stationed on the stage — with the crowd cheering in approval at the sight of every new arrival.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
The people cheering him on to find his mad wife while at said mad wife’s sister’s home?
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 25 June 2025
Noun
At Mission Bay High, McAllister was ASB president, Class of 2025 president and on the varsity cheer team.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
For a start, the cheers from the nearby Andy Murray Arena are loud and booming, but so too is the exclusive balcony area hanging just to the side of the court, where people are sipping their wine or their Pimm’s and chatting loudly (the judge on court 1 has to shush them at one point).
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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Tucker stepped out of the batter’s box to tip his helmet toward both a roaring crowd and the applauding Astros dugout.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Despite Democratic skepticism, nearly all Republicans have applauded Trump's decision to strike Iran.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025
Verb
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Earlier this week, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul reassured New Yorkers that authorities were taking measures to monitors sharks along the state's beaches, particularly on Long Island, ahead of the holiday weekend.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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For Northwest Indiana families, that should be reassuring.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
3 July 2025
Noun
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As the country’s friends have looked on in horror and its rivals have watched with glee, the United States has gone from indispensable to insufferable.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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The crowd stood up and with nervous laughter streamed toward the lobby, then galloped into the street with the glee of prisoners released.—
Andrew Kay,
Harpers Magazine,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Higher temperatures are expected on Wednesday, before rain brings relief to some areas, according to The Associated Press.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
1 July 2025
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Recent studies highlight gaming as a powerful tool for stress relief, anxiety management and fostering social connections, particularly for younger generations who thrive in online environments.—
George Toh,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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The supernatural thriller sees a woman return from death as a vindictive spirit to torment her adulterous husband.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
26 June 2025
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My ever-mutable container, my compact symmetrical spirit vehicle, nothing wasted, nothing lacking, like a dressmaker’s dummy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
Noun
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After watching the montage from the visitors’ dugout, Pressly and Tucker stepped on the field, tipped their caps to the fans giving them an ovation, and gave a wave of acknowledgement to the coaches, staff and players who watched in the Astros’ dugout.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
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The premiere also included a Q&A, after which Scarlett and Lance earned a rapturous applause and standing ovation when the cast introduced them.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
26 June 2025
Verb
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In the days since the video was shared online, TikTok users have praised Row's husband for being so patient.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Allow yourself to be seen, praised, or even vulnerable.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Just hours later, however, the former pop star assured fans that the Inter Miami CF co-owner was well on the road to recovery and already back in the vegetable patch!—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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To complete his scenes, production called upon various doubles, CGI, and even had the help of Walker's brothers to assure a close physical resemblance.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
29 June 2025
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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