1
as in to applaud
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 to reassure
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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as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
be of good cheer in this Christmas season
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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels
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Recent Examples of cheer
Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The blast traveled 399 feet at 102 mph off the bat, giving the crowd a moment to cheer before the Blue Jays’ bullpen shut the door.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2025
Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The girls soccer team led the way with a state championship and the competitive cheer squad added a second state title.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2025
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Verb
As the dance got underway, Dwayne removed his shirt — prompting onlookers to cheer him on — and then began slapping the ground with his hands.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The blast traveled 399 feet at 102 mph off the bat, giving the crowd a moment to cheer before the Blue Jays’ bullpen shut the door.
—Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2025
Noun
Seigler proudly wears a turquoise necklace, a significant symbol in Navajo culture, and acknowledges cheers from Indigenous fans.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The girls soccer team led the way with a state championship and the competitive cheer squad added a second state title.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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His plan was applauded by staff, patients and families alike.—
Carol Geffner,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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In the comment section of the original post, some users applauded the decision made by the United crew.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Forward Latino and city officials reassured the public that the conference is not related to immigration enforcement.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Despite evacuations for humans, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund reassures the public that rounding up the herd isn’t needed or safe—the horses are already storm-savvy.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Kelsey, who spent much of episode 8 battling negative thoughts, produced a segment that left me giggling with glee.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
18 Aug. 2025
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John Redcorn conveniently enters with an attractive business proposition: John Redcorn's Red Corn, which the entirety of Rainey Street devours with glee.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Zhao’s film is first a love story, then one of family, then one of deep pain and conflict, and finally one of relief and hope.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
30 Aug. 2025
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Jackson joined a wave of volunteers that marked the largest relief effort since then, according to reporting at the time.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Oasis is instigating joy on reunion tour What Oasis has brought with this tour, perhaps inadvertently, is a communal spirit.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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This book’s rightful home is in the waiting room of a child psychologist’s office, where it should be presented in the same spirit with which Dum-Dums are left in a dentist’s reception area.—
Sloane Crosley,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Upon seeing him on Citi Field’s gigantic video board, the crowd offered a standing ovation, cheering so much and so loudly that eventually McLean, who later admitted to being caught off guard, responded with a grin and fist pump.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
17 Aug. 2025
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Harris was greeted by a sustained ovation from the Late Show audience, while Colbert generally asked a friendly list of questions.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
31 July 2025
Verb
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In a news conference on Aug. 29, Minneapolis leaders praised the schoolchildren and staff at Annunciation that day for their actions as shots rang out.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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Before the Bucs' preseason finale, head coach Todd Bowles praised Sanders for his effort on special teams and his overall aggressiveness.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But be assured, one familiar face will make the move to West McKinley Avenue and North 6th Street, where the new museum is expected to open in early 2027.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Despite having a slate of upcoming projects, the singer has already assured fans that music is still her first love.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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