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
Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Family, friends and spectators line the embankments, looking down from pedestrian bridges and the underpasses, holding up signs and cheering.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
The study, led by geophysicist Eleanor Dunn, found that the energy from the dancing and cheering of fans caused seismic waves that were detectable up to 100 kilometers away (62 miles).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
By the time the cheering and hollering began to settle down, Bigelow, Elba, Ferguson and company were already heading up the stairs for the exit.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
But once the cheering stops, identities can get lost.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2025
Host Julie Chen Moonves revealed the winner to the houseguests, with some cheering and others seemingly disappointed.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 8 Aug. 2025
The message was greeted readily by a cheering audience.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
In the video, several of the robot’s engineers can be heard cheering in excitement after the trick.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
Sports legends, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor, and Randy Moss, attended the game, cheering exuberantly after UNC took a 7-0 lead with an opening drive touchdown.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Moss was among other sports dignitaries, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor and Mia Hamm, who were spotted at the game, initially cheering Carolina on after the team’s impressive first series that ended in a touchdown.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Even Seth Rogen, a surprise guest, was cheering and hollering while holding a camera throughout the ovation and snapping photos the entire time.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2025
When the Knights advanced all the way to a Class 1A sectional final, Lenarz was reduced to cheering from the bench.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Now, take a look at the fans cheering them on!
—Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
Pro-hunting and conservation groups are already cheering the move, which the Department of the Interior announced Wednesday.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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
Family, friends and spectators line the embankments, looking down from pedestrian bridges and the underpasses, holding up signs and cheering.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
The study, led by geophysicist Eleanor Dunn, found that the energy from the dancing and cheering of fans caused seismic waves that were detectable up to 100 kilometers away (62 miles).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
By the time the cheering and hollering began to settle down, Bigelow, Elba, Ferguson and company were already heading up the stairs for the exit.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
But once the cheering stops, identities can get lost.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2025
Host Julie Chen Moonves revealed the winner to the houseguests, with some cheering and others seemingly disappointed.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 8 Aug. 2025
The message was greeted readily by a cheering audience.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Their fight became a cause celebre for the left, with powerful Democratic governors like California’s Gavin Newsom and Illinois’ JB Pritzker joining the cause and many cheering them on.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
In the video, several of the robot’s engineers can be heard cheering in excitement after the trick.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
Sports legends, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor, and Randy Moss, attended the game, cheering exuberantly after UNC took a 7-0 lead with an opening drive touchdown.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Moss was among other sports dignitaries, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor and Mia Hamm, who were spotted at the game, initially cheering Carolina on after the team’s impressive first series that ended in a touchdown.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Even Seth Rogen, a surprise guest, was cheering and hollering while holding a camera throughout the ovation and snapping photos the entire time.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2025
When the Knights advanced all the way to a Class 1A sectional final, Lenarz was reduced to cheering from the bench.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Now, take a look at the fans cheering them on!
—Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
Pro-hunting and conservation groups are already cheering the move, which the Department of the Interior announced Wednesday.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheering
Adjective
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There was a brief period towards the end of last season when Destiny Udogie was preferred for high-profile matches, but Spence’s performances under Frank have been encouraging.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Waller’s gait appeared normal in the locker room Friday, which was an encouraging sign.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The YouTuber greets everyone — fan on the street, friend, foe, sitting Congressmen, and unsuspecting Rolling Stone staffer — the same, with a cheerful smile and an already rolling camera crew.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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The pet supplement space is crowded with options, many of which have cheerful packaging and confident claims, yet little transparency about efficacy.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The resulting film drew a rousing ovation at TIFF, a fitting start to its Oscar season rollout for all the work the filmmakers put into it.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their powerful performances prompted a 15-minute standing ovation, and the wrestler-turned-actor was seen tearfully applauding.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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More Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images Kardashian's comments sparked debate, with some parents applauding her stance and others questioning whether less homework might come at the expense of academic rigor.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Thousands of spectators rose to give Williams a standing ovation; Townsend and Siniaková then joined in, applauding for Williams.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Miran’s promise to resist political pressure, however, is key to reassuring financial markets, which have reacted badly to Trump’s campaign against the central bank.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Fresh off the release of her latest solo album, Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party,Williams is reassuring them that Paramore aren’t going anywhere.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Pippa writes with such a comforting wit that her books are like a sweet treat in book format.—
Tessa Bailey,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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This Netflix romance is as comforting as a bowl of creamy butternut squash soup.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Pixel’s Magic Editor leverages generative AI tools, which can remove objects in the background, alter lighting, and realistically change the entire mood of a phone (a bright middary sun can easily be compensated for).—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Academy graduate Charlie Tasker is a bright prospect.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Trump receives mix of applause, boos during US Open appearance.—
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FOXNews.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Often, after a judge counted down the final seconds, everyone would burst into applause, as if a plane had landed safely, and some pairs would hug.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Cheering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheering. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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