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
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
After a job well done, Murphy returns to Ford Field on Monday night to cheer for his Lions.
—Scott Talley, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
So far Pakistan’s diplomatic game is raising cheers back home.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Little Debbie is giving fans plenty to cheer about this holiday season.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
After a job well done, Murphy returns to Ford Field on Monday night to cheer for his Lions.
—Scott Talley, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
For the first time, the iconic New York City Halloween dog parade was hosted by New York Dog Parade, a nonprofit dedicated to spreading cheer and helping pets through dog-centric events.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
So far Pakistan’s diplomatic game is raising cheers back home.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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Several applauded Clark’s transparency and sincerity.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Related Stories Kate McFarlane, one of LaBella’s attorneys, applauded the judge’s decision.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Points had been dropped against Fulham, Bournemouth and Tottenham Hotspur in recent weeks, but there was still plenty to be reassured about in the performances.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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People will be happy to cooperate with you, which will be reassuring for you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That boyish glee was evident again Monday against Utah.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Windy City rivalry made its way to the Vatican when Pope Leo XIV, a White Sox fan, seemed to take some glee from the Chicago Cubs' playoff elimination.—
Christian Orozco,
NBC news,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Knowing something, anything at all, was a relief.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Oct. 2025
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More than 300 North Carolina farmers, faith leaders and hunger relief organizations signed onto a public letter to lawmakers this week urging action at the state level to address food concerns.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For bones, spirits, and some menacing dolls, here’s where to go for a fright.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
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The spirit has strong notes of star anise and caraway, with a range of holiday spices.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For almost three hours, at the invitation-only ceremony, the three inductees were celebrated with words, song and ovations in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s intimate CMA Theater.—
Nancy Kruh,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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The standing ovation for Sullivan’s save mattered.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Awards pundits predict that both White and Strong will be Oscar contenders for their performances, which have been praised by critics on the film festival circuit.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
20 Oct. 2025
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Speaking to Variety at the Academy Museum Gala over the weekend, the actor praised his experience shooting the new episodes.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
20 Oct. 2025
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The palace officials assured them the president was there, hashing out a plan with his military and Russian and Iranian advisers to confront the advancing rebel forces.—
Danny Makki,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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If the idea of dining near the deceased feels macabre, rest assured this place feels very much alive.—
Diana Hubbell,
Saveur,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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