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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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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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
Aaron Bracy, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
After asking him to model courage, and to be the container of everyone’s hope—and after so many of Rozos’s peers loudly cheered him on—NYU denied Rozos their diploma.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Jen Kwon, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
The crowd erupted into cheers and clapping.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
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Verb
George was cheered throughout the night, especially after converting on three consecutive possessions early in the fourth quarter.
—Aaron Bracy, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
After asking him to model courage, and to be the container of everyone’s hope—and after so many of Rozos’s peers loudly cheered him on—NYU denied Rozos their diploma.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
Fans of K-pop boy band BTS cheer during the comeback concert on March 21, 2026 in Seoul, South Korea.
—Jen Kwon, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
The crowd erupted into cheers and clapping.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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She is being represented by attorneys from the Georgia Public Defender Council, which applauded the judge’s decision.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Mar. 2026
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In a statement released to CBS News on Tuesday, Habibi's family applauded the release of Coyle.—
Stephen Smith,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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That’s reassuring for Federal Reserve policymakers, who pay close attention to people’s perception of prices, particularly over the long run.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2026
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Keen to reassure readers that a sophisticated and intelligent person might reasonably justify belief in God, the authors acknowledge how such a thing became unthinkable.—
Elizabeth Bruenig,
The Atlantic,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The shout of glee at the news that Christopher Kane is the new creative director at Mulberry was practically audible across London this morning.—
Sarah Mower,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2026
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Sounds like a Sean Payton guy, particularly considering his glee in talking pass-protection.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Monday's overriding reaction in financial markets was nevertheless one of relief.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 Mar. 2026
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Get help from a tax relief company This interactive feature is operated by a third party.—
Brian Sloan,Dan Avery,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Of course, there was also John Ashbery, a presiding spirit in his body of work.—
Giles Harvey,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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For travelers with an adventurous spirit, Costa Rica’s South Pacific is a dream come true.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Trump's campaign used footage of the raucous ovation to help launch its TikTok account.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Vesia let out a yell and pointed toward the Dodgers' family section while getting a standing ovation from the crowd.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Chief of Police Christopher Cook praised the collaborative effort and said the case required extensive investigation, strong partnerships and quick work by the department's investigative team.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Quercus in Gay, Georgia, was awarded Best New Hotel Design 2026 by Tablet Hotels, praised for its distinctive blend of regenerative farming and 3,800 acres of forest and pasture.—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The results would follow, coaches assured them.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Inter Miami officials have assured fans that the centerpiece of the project, Nu Stadium, will be game-ready on Saturday.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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