CHEERLEADER Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

cheerleader

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Definition of cheerleader

as in encourager

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Recent Examples of cheerleader That distinction belongs to her star-making turn as the cheerleader object of middle-aged Kevin Spacey’s desires in the Oscar-winning American Beauty. — Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026 Not everyone in 2026 may be excited with a flight simulator that serves as a cheerleader for America. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 The trip also underscores the president’s esteem for Burgum, who has become a key face of and cheerleader for the president’s expansive renovation projects around Washington. — Jack Dura, Fortune, 2 July 2026 The trip also underscores the president's esteem for Burgum, who has become a key face of and cheerleader for the president's expansive renovation projects around Washington. — CBS News, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cheerleader

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In 1991, the European Union introduced the Mesures pour encourager le développement de l’industrie audiovisuelle program (measures to encourage the development of the audiovisual industry) aimed at supporting the European film industry as a source of cultural and economic activities.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 May 2026
Thank you for being my friend, mentor, encourager and visionary.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025

Definition of encourager

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Militant members and their fellow travelers booed, and a former Labour chairman stormed off the stage in anger.

— James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026
Two campsites along the route allow for an overnight stay, which many seasoned hikers recommend for the atmosphere and the chance to meet fellow travelers.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

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The chaotic hearing was marked by Castro-Arroyo rambling and frequently interrupting Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Ellen Sue Venzer as an interpreter translated the proceeding.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
Erika Velez, a Spanish interpreter from Hidden Valley Elementary School, told The Charlotte Observer Hidden Valley’s demographics are changing.

— Zaire Breedlove, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of interpreter

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Throughout the Gospels, Jesus initially conceals his identity as the Messiah from even his closest disciples.

— John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
They were joined by a disciple of the prophet, Jabir ibn Abdullah al-Ansari, believed to be the first pilgrim to visit the grave.

— Iqbal Akhtar, The Conversation, 31 July 2026

Definition of disciple

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