1
as in encouraging
making one feel good inside
the cheering sight of a child being reunited with a pet that had been lost
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2
as in cheerful
serving to lift one's spirits
cheering words from the doctor that the worst of the treatment was over
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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
a raucous cheering welcomed the newlyweds
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1
as in applauding
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 reassuring
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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Recent Examples of cheering
Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
On a patch of asphalt that had been colored with chalk to look like a rainbow in honor of Pride, a breakdancer spun for a cheering crowd and an associate who filmed the performance.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Ever the cheerful royal, Louis then turned around as his family exited the balcony and gave one final wave to the cheering crowd below.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Political dissent can be harshly policed outside the stadium, but domestic clubs’ most ardent fan groups, often called ultras, are brazenly outspoken in their cheering.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
The correction officers arrested him, walking him through a cheering and jeering crowd of their colleagues, and finally released him hours later with a desk appearance ticket charging him with promoting contraband, the lawsuit says.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Hilton told cheering supporters during his June 2 campaign party in Huntington Beach, California.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 10 June 2026
During the fifth inning of the game at Coors Field, Freeland stepped off the mound and tipped his cap to cheering fans and then in the direction of his family.
—Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 8 June 2026
And watching the videos of the people jumping out of their chairs, screaming, cheering was so cool.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026
Mill Etienne, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Betts was locked in with Rushing, brimming with confidence, cheering him on.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Upon landing, they were greeted with a hero's welcome of cheering crowds, photographers, booming music and a red-carpet entrance to a hangar.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Another crowd gathered late Friday morning to watch the US team take on Australia in Seattle, cheering deliriously as the US squad took a 2-0 lead.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Stewart is among the several celebrities who became staples at Madison Square Garden during the NBA Finals, cheering the team on and celebrating their big wins from courtside seats.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 18 June 2026
Fans here have found other ways of being part of the tournament, including rallying behind Chinese referee Ma Ning, as well as snapping up plushies and jerseys and cheering for their favorite teams.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 18 June 2026
The Ed Sullivan Theater, the crowd is full, the curtain pulls, people are cheering, and David Letterman walks out.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 June 2026
In September 1948, a prosperous Jewish businessman in Iraq was publicly hanged in front of a cheering crowd of 12,000.
—Adam Louis-Klein, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026
Noun
All of that, though, including the politics always intertwined in a global event so massive, disappear by degrees as the games begin and the cheering and dreaming start.
—Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
On a patch of asphalt that had been colored with chalk to look like a rainbow in honor of Pride, a breakdancer spun for a cheering crowd and an associate who filmed the performance.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Ever the cheerful royal, Louis then turned around as his family exited the balcony and gave one final wave to the cheering crowd below.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Political dissent can be harshly policed outside the stadium, but domestic clubs’ most ardent fan groups, often called ultras, are brazenly outspoken in their cheering.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
The correction officers arrested him, walking him through a cheering and jeering crowd of their colleagues, and finally released him hours later with a desk appearance ticket charging him with promoting contraband, the lawsuit says.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Hilton told cheering supporters during his June 2 campaign party in Huntington Beach, California.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 10 June 2026
During the fifth inning of the game at Coors Field, Freeland stepped off the mound and tipped his cap to cheering fans and then in the direction of his family.
—Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 8 June 2026
And watching the videos of the people jumping out of their chairs, screaming, cheering was so cool.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026
Verb
For some children, that meant cheering for Brazil.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Betts was locked in with Rushing, brimming with confidence, cheering him on.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Upon landing, they were greeted with a hero's welcome of cheering crowds, photographers, booming music and a red-carpet entrance to a hangar.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Another crowd gathered late Friday morning to watch the US team take on Australia in Seattle, cheering deliriously as the US squad took a 2-0 lead.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Stewart is among the several celebrities who became staples at Madison Square Garden during the NBA Finals, cheering the team on and celebrating their big wins from courtside seats.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 18 June 2026
Fans here have found other ways of being part of the tournament, including rallying behind Chinese referee Ma Ning, as well as snapping up plushies and jerseys and cheering for their favorite teams.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 18 June 2026
The Ed Sullivan Theater, the crowd is full, the curtain pulls, people are cheering, and David Letterman walks out.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 June 2026
In September 1948, a prosperous Jewish businessman in Iraq was publicly hanged in front of a cheering crowd of 12,000.
—Adam Louis-Klein, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheering
Adjective
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That's encouraging to me that people were holding on.—
Emma Wilson,
CNBC,
20 June 2026
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Then, before the half-time whistle, Vinicius Jr helped himself to his second goal in as many games, an encouraging start for Brazil’s attacking superstar who has often failed to live up to expectations in a national team jersey.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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From glassware and accessories to kitchen tabletop and home decor, these functional yet giftable pieces combine cheerful patterns, playful details and practical use.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 June 2026
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For the most part, the Croatia and England fans were a happy, cheerful bunch, sporting their teams colors, chanting happy tunes and enjoying the unique experience.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Schlittler allowed four hits and exited to a standing ovation after stranding two runners in the sixth.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Tom Cruise sat elbow to elbow with David Beckham; UCLA and Los Angeles Lakers star Kareem Abdul Jabbar got a rousing ovation and Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart was lustily booed.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Verb
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The Ross Township Police Department shared the video on Facebook on Monday, applauding Sergeant Chuberko and Officer Roy for rescuing the deer.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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The bottom line is that none of this is worth applauding.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
Verb
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On one hand, being diagnosed early can be reassuring.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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But Hill’s research proved reassuring to Bolton.—
Ben Taub,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Easier than tomato pie, this drop biscuit-style savory cobbler makes a comforting summer supper.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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So much for the comforting assumption that someone official is keeping a careful tally of the loans inside your fund.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Tree was recognizable for his bright fashion, mullet haircut with prominent bangs, thin mustache and encouraging outlook.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
Noun
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As he was handcuffed and removed from the courtroom, spectators erupted in cheers and applause, according to footage from the courtroom.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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If applause starts to matter too much, pause, breathe, return to the joy of making, let results speak.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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“Cheering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheering. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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