CHEERED (UP) Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

cheered (up)

verb

past tense of cheer (up)

as in brightened

to become glad or hopeful cheer up—things are bound to get better

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as in inspired

to fill with courage or strength of purpose the general's speech cheered up the troops tremendously

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Around that time, the comet experienced a large outburst, which brightened it about 8,000 times.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 12 Aug. 2026
My whole life, my father had brightened at the sight of me, laughed at my jokes, and advised my brother, three years younger, to follow my example.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of brightened

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My ‘Harmony’ massage is inspired by Lomi Lomi—a traditional Hawaiian healing technique known for its continuous, flowing strokes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Netflix has created an Academy Award-winning global phenomenon with KPop Demon Hunters that has inspired fans around the world with its powerful music, storytelling, and characters.

— Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of inspired

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Growing up on a farm in Callicoon, New York, Keen looked up to his dad’s impressive career, but was more intrigued by his mom’s job at first.

— Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
This week's total solar eclipse captured the world's attention, and millions of skywatchers looked up (with the correct protective eyewear, hopefully) to experience the moon blocking out our star's light.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of looked up

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After Wednesday's hearing, Warren said he was encouraged by the judge's questions and hoped for a ruling before students return for the new semester.

— Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
The story reported that, wary of potential consequences for employment in California, Newsom had encouraged Bonta to find a solution out of court.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026

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