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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2
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
John Parkinson, ABC News, 22 May 2025
Jose Regalado’s family isn’t just cheering him on from the sidelines.
—Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Olivia Kemp, CNN Money, 5 May 2025
The Rockets had jumped out to a 27-13 lead in a must-win game, and the Toyota Center crowd was emotionally invested, with cheers reaching higher than the Jumbotron.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Verb
Republicans cheered, whistled and applauded when the threshold for passage was achieved at 6:54 a.m.
—John Parkinson, ABC News, 22 May 2025
Jose Regalado’s family isn’t just cheering him on from the sidelines.
—Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Noun
The King and Queen led the royal family onto the Buckingham Palace balcony to cheers from the crowd below.
—Olivia Kemp, CNN Money, 5 May 2025
The Rockets had jumped out to a 27-13 lead in a must-win game, and the Toyota Center crowd was emotionally invested, with cheers reaching higher than the Jumbotron.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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After the change was announced, Horne applauded the decision.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Some members of the nuclear industry applauded the reform.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Of course, some kids are hesitant to approach the unfamiliar creatures, but Clark knows just how to gently reassure them that his animals are safe and friendly.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2025
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The stock rally this month was driven in large part by the preliminary trade deal between the U.S. and China just two weeks ago, which reassured investors the worst of the tariff conflict may be in the past.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
Noun
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There’s a sinful sort of glee in watching all of this unfold, knowing that the same mournful character might be the next one to die.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 May 2025
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Dougal is this boy turning into a man, who has so much anger in him and wants to prove himself, and there's such glee behind the eyes in the way that Sam plays this character.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
21 May 2025
Noun
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The report also highlights that this situation would prompt many employers to adopt a cautious approach to hiring, adding that, without significant federal reforms or tax relief, most operators are likely to maintain conservative hiring strategies.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Walters moved from the rotation to the bullpen midseason and excelled in the closer role, logging eight saves in 11 relief appearances.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
26 May 2025
Noun
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Garrett, Allegany and Washington counties are now symbols of neglect, where economic despair has replaced the industrious and seemingly indomitable spirit that had once defined them.—
Daniel A.C. McBride,
Baltimore Sun,
1 June 2025
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As actual spirits, released from their corporeal form, or visions conjured up by the eyes or minds of those who see them—or something else?—
Deborah Treisman,
New Yorker,
1 June 2025
Noun
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The ovation when the priest said the prayer and said ‘God bless our Pacers’ was great.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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The Sons of Texas MJF walked out with The Hurt Syndicate to a rousing ovation.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
Verb
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But authorities were praised for their quick response to the incident and swift updates.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
27 May 2025
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While some prominent Jews have praised Trump’s Harvard crackdown, many others say the administration’s actions appear more focused on damaging higher education than addressing the concerns of Jewish students.—
Andrew Lapin,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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Dina assures her that the baby’s okay, then eases Ellie’s shirt over her head to clean her injuries.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
26 May 2025
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We were assured these cuts were necessary to boost employee pay and business investment.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2025
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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