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adjective

Definition of cheeringnext
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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cheering

2 of 3

noun

as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval a raucous cheering welcomed the newlyweds

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cheering

3 of 3

verb

present participle of cheer
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 Synonyms for cheering
  1. encouraging
  2. cheerful
  3. ovation
  4. applauding
  5. bright
  6. applause
  7. assuring
  8. loving
Adjective
  • But the final results of the 10-year study, which focused on cow moose in the Cabinet and Salish Mountains, the Big Hole Valley, and the Rocky Mountain Front, were encouraging, says project lead and MFWP biologist Nick DeCesare.
    Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
  • The defensive ranking is particularly encouraging, as the Packers really struggled on that side of the ball last year.
    Matt Modi, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of encouraging
Adjective
  • After a few still-entertaining but slightly off seasons, host Matt Lucas was replaced by Alison Hammond, whose cheerful ebullience has buoyed the vibes in the tent.
    Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Fans left with new friends and cheerful smiles, feeling lucky to have experienced all The Green Room had to offer, thanks to PATRÓN Tequila. Check out the full gallery HERE!
    Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of cheerful
Noun
  • For the folks giving standing ovations during the show, the strategy seems to work.
    Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2024
  • The ovation given Valenzuela during every in-game introduction or video board sighting is traditionally louder for him than any other former or current Dodgers.
    Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of ovation
Verb
  • Osbourne’s statement was championed in her comments section, with followers applauding her honesty.
    Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The crowd ate it up, applauding the 44-year-old Shazam!
    Benjamin Svetkey, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Oct. 2024
Definition of applauding
Adjective
  • Of all my habits, the one most crucial for my survival has been my awareness that there is no diamond as bright as me.
    Essence, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Avoid any bright light as this will affect your night vision.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of bright
Noun
  • The news of Trump's win in Kentucky was met with cheers and applause at a Republican watch party Tuesday night in Louisville at The Henry Clay, a downtown event venue.
    Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
  • The room swelled with whoops and cheers and thunderous applause.
    Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of applause
Verb
  • The company has also set up its own relief fund and is assuring users that its verification process is sound.
    J.J. McCorvey, NBC News, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Because evolving the brand strategy at pivotal moments can help quickly signal a shift in the company to key stakeholders—driving belief and assuring audiences through inevitable change.
    Anne-Marie Rosser, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of assuring
Adjective
  • Everyone has been so loving and welcoming, and has treated me with so much respect.
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Oct. 2024
  • The shelter team and Classic Canines have been working together to promote Big Red, hoping to place him in a warm and loving environment.
    Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of loving
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cheering

cheering (up)

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