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
Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
The world’s best bars list was announced at a splashy, cocktail-attire-please event in Hong Kong, where the hometown crowd seemed firmly on Bar Leone’s cheering squad.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Before receiving their scores, Emma and Andy returned upstairs and were greeted by their cheering costars.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
On this past Saturday, the boys’ parents and family shared the cheering roles with games in Orange County and Iowa.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Bradley then trotted up the center of the fairway, waving it to a cheering crowd.
—Hugh Kellenberger, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade participated in the clinic, doing a mix of stunting, tumbling, cheering and more.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
But when he was gunned down, there was some cheering amid the widespread shock.
—Carl Leubsdorf, Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2025
Blum was on hand for the Toronto screening and was likely among the happiest in the room as the credits rolled and the cheering began.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Attendees to the celebrations were seen pouring out drinks, dancing and cheering in reaction to the deal.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
After news arrived that the first ceasefire phase had been agreed to, some Palestinians on the ground inside Gaza were celebrating — cheering, dancing and singing, video showed.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 9 Oct. 2025
During basketball season, and while in New York, the duo is often seen cheering for the Knicks courtside—sometimes in matching vintage merch.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
Some of her children could be seen in the audience cheering her on, but her husband Alec Baldwin wasn't.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Someone tried to senselessly end her life, yet now thousands of people are cheering for her and celebrating every milestone.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Fans can dive into the selection process via an open voting channel, cheering for their favorites.
—Billboard China, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
An air cast was placed over his leg before Hill – cheering and clapping, while acknowledging the cheers of fans – was taken off the field on a cart.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Noun
In the streets of Khan Younis, dozens of men huddled around a single television, whistling and cheering.
—Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
The world’s best bars list was announced at a splashy, cocktail-attire-please event in Hong Kong, where the hometown crowd seemed firmly on Bar Leone’s cheering squad.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Before receiving their scores, Emma and Andy returned upstairs and were greeted by their cheering costars.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
On this past Saturday, the boys’ parents and family shared the cheering roles with games in Orange County and Iowa.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Bradley then trotted up the center of the fairway, waving it to a cheering crowd.
—Hugh Kellenberger, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade participated in the clinic, doing a mix of stunting, tumbling, cheering and more.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
But when he was gunned down, there was some cheering amid the widespread shock.
—Carl Leubsdorf, Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2025
Blum was on hand for the Toronto screening and was likely among the happiest in the room as the credits rolled and the cheering began.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Considering the mounting expectations for his club, who could blame him — or anyone cheering them on — for feeling nervous?
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Attendees to the celebrations were seen pouring out drinks, dancing and cheering in reaction to the deal.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
After news arrived that the first ceasefire phase had been agreed to, some Palestinians on the ground inside Gaza were celebrating — cheering, dancing and singing, video showed.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 9 Oct. 2025
During basketball season, and while in New York, the duo is often seen cheering for the Knicks courtside—sometimes in matching vintage merch.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
Some of her children could be seen in the audience cheering her on, but her husband Alec Baldwin wasn't.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Someone tried to senselessly end her life, yet now thousands of people are cheering for her and celebrating every milestone.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Fans can dive into the selection process via an open voting channel, cheering for their favorites.
—Billboard China, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
An air cast was placed over his leg before Hill – cheering and clapping, while acknowledging the cheers of fans – was taken off the field on a cart.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheering
Adjective
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Williams has shown some encouraging signs.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Luckily, my mother was very encouraging with that.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Their home is decorated with friendly pumpkins and paper bats, adding to the cheerful atmosphere.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
10 Oct. 2025
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His cheerful demeanor has returned, and the family is adjusting to life with EpiPens tucked in every bag.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sullivan received a boisterous standing ovation during the game’s first TV timeout.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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The anticipated $120 million epic got a lengthy standing ovation and is being talked about as a major awards contender for Netflix.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The two men are surrounded by applauding officials while confetti falls in the background.—
Yamiche Alcindor,
NBC news,
10 Oct. 2025
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Social media users joined in applauding her.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Waymo, Tesla face challenging regulatory environment Beyond technical challenges, autonomous-vehicle firms must navigate a patchwork of regulations while also reassuring community leaders who might be apprehensive about driverless vehicles.—
Chris Kirkham,
Nashville Tennessean,
10 Oct. 2025
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Fun for kiddos and reassuring for parents, the Fitbit Ace earned our Editors' Choice award for kid-friendly smartwatch.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This is the perfect comforting side dish to round out any meal.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Instead, here are just four of her most comforting, cozy projects to watch in her honor tonight and in perpetuity.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Their observations revealed an ULIRG hidden just behind the bright quasar, invisible to traditional optical telescopes.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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The bright pink and green exterior of the secluded river lodge perfectly matched her and her fiancé's wedding colors.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Just last week, Goldberg had to calm the rowdy studio audience for their uproarious applause in support of interview guest Zohran Mamdani.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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When Gelb walked onstage, he was greeted with applause and also some boos.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Cheering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheering. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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