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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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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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
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2026
The whole theater at TIFF erupted into cheering at that moment.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
After a moment of silence was observed, Wilson's name was read, prompting supportive cheering and applause from the audience.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
But after about five minutes of cheering and clapping, Almodóvar didn’t know what to do.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Streets filled with cheering fans.
—Ricci Shryock, NPR, 10 May 2026
And no cheering from the Dallas fans.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Monster Jam is known for its loud, high-energy atmosphere, where cheering is encouraged and every moment is designed to keep the crowd on its feet.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The Migos rapper shared a video of himself being rolled onstage in a wheelchair before standing up triumphantly in front of the cheering audience.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2026
Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Other videos showed rescuers inside and outside the cave cheering, jumping around and hugging each other in joy after the discovery.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Captain Jalen Brunson and his squad, guided by head coach Mike Brown, became the Eastern Conference champions on the other team’s court on Monday in Cleveland, with diehard fans Spike Lee, Tracy Morgan, Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller cheering them on at the away game.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
This year, his dad will be cheering for him.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Even still, the New York cheering contingent found its way to Rocket Arena in droves to watch the Knicks attempt to sweep the Cavaliers and make the franchise’s first NBA Finals appearance since 1999.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Video footage shared on social media showed fans cheering as the couple walked down the court before the start of the game to take their seats, and Kelce took a moment to pump up the Cavs supporters.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
But the biggest thing worth cheering for is that fans won’t have to spend hours staring at brake lights on I-95.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
During the game, William enthusiastically showed his support for the club, cheering from the stands with his fellow audience members.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 21 May 2026
Noun
But the home side’s chanting and cheering were quickly muted in the 50th minute when Sarasota midfielder Chandler O’Dwyer curled a shot from 20 yards out into the top right corner of Boise’s net.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2026
The whole theater at TIFF erupted into cheering at that moment.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
After a moment of silence was observed, Wilson's name was read, prompting supportive cheering and applause from the audience.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
But after about five minutes of cheering and clapping, Almodóvar didn’t know what to do.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Streets filled with cheering fans.
—Ricci Shryock, NPR, 10 May 2026
And no cheering from the Dallas fans.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Monster Jam is known for its loud, high-energy atmosphere, where cheering is encouraged and every moment is designed to keep the crowd on its feet.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The Migos rapper shared a video of himself being rolled onstage in a wheelchair before standing up triumphantly in front of the cheering audience.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2026
Verb
SpaceX has been blowing up Starship rockets left and right, and the space nerds seem to be cheering them on.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Other videos showed rescuers inside and outside the cave cheering, jumping around and hugging each other in joy after the discovery.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Captain Jalen Brunson and his squad, guided by head coach Mike Brown, became the Eastern Conference champions on the other team’s court on Monday in Cleveland, with diehard fans Spike Lee, Tracy Morgan, Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller cheering them on at the away game.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
This year, his dad will be cheering for him.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Even still, the New York cheering contingent found its way to Rocket Arena in droves to watch the Knicks attempt to sweep the Cavaliers and make the franchise’s first NBA Finals appearance since 1999.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Video footage shared on social media showed fans cheering as the couple walked down the court before the start of the game to take their seats, and Kelce took a moment to pump up the Cavs supporters.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
But the biggest thing worth cheering for is that fans won’t have to spend hours staring at brake lights on I-95.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
During the game, William enthusiastically showed his support for the club, cheering from the stands with his fellow audience members.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 21 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheering
Adjective
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Nonetheless many trends are encouraging for electrification.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
29 May 2026
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One of these plots has been an experimental area for regenerative garden techniques for the last two years, and the results have been encouraging.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Fifteen minutes earlier, a cheerful therapist had slathered them in medicinal herbs and thermal mud from the nearby island of Ischia.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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Think softer citrus tones, cheerful corals, butter yellows, and vibrant pinks and greens—anything that feels particularly sunny or energetic.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The discus competition finished before any of the track events started and was held on an auxiliary field, but the Aliso Niguel senior got a standing ovation on the victory stand half an hour after her third throw thrust her into the record books.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Photos of his time pitching for the Nationals were shown as the crowd gave him an ovation.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
Verb
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For seven minutes after the final whistle, players and staff stood on the edge of the penalty area applauding the Liverpool supporters amassed in the Bill Shankly Kop as the Jota song remained on loop.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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That is worth acknowledging and applauding.—
Jonathan Greenblatt,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Sora 2, OpenAI’s problematic generative video platform, was abandoned last December, reassuring many copyright holders.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
31 May 2026
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Starbucks recently posted stronger-than expected quarterly earnings, reassuring investors who have been closely watching traffic trends, pricing and operational improvements under the new leadership team.—
Brandon Gomez,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Bereaved individuals have often told me that hearing other people’s memories of the person who died can be deeply comforting.—
Julie Kaplow,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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The show's plot revolves around tropes that are intentionally comforting and formulaic—fake dating, jock meets girl next door, and opposites attract—and evidently, the styling follows suit.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Durable enough to handle the elements, this waterproof light features a comfortable elastic strap and a bright, adjustable beam that improves visibility while keeping both hands free for unloading luggage, handling car repairs, or setting up camp in the dark.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Democrats in the chamber erupted in applause after passage.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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The winner, Jennifer, an Ohio native, was determined by crowd applause and the judges' scores.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Cheering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheering. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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