1
as in to brighten
to become glad or hopeful
cheer up—things are bound to get better
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2
as in to encourage
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the general's speech cheered up the troops tremendously
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer (up)
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After predictably dimming for multiple months, the stellar explosion inexplicably began brightening again.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
14 Aug. 2025 -
Pro tip: Go one shade lighter to instantly brighten and lift your undereye area.—
Allure,
Allure,
8 Aug. 2025
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Those ordinary demands may encourage AI use even more.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
17 Aug. 2025
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The Terminator 2: Judgement Day star also shared encouraging words for others who might be struggling with their own mental health.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Its grille inspired the 1998 Chrysler Chronos concept car and the sensational 2005 Chrysler 300.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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Adcock's songwriting is inspired by his life experiences and often features relatable themes.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
19 Aug. 2025
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Jena had looked up at the old woman, through a haze of rank blood and bloated flies and plundering weakness, and had known she never would.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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After dinner, on weekends, the prime activity is to take a chair by the river, grab a glass of wine or a cup of tea (and a cookie) and look up at the stars in this dark sky region, comparing impressions with other guests.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Cheer (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer%20%28up%29. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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