cheer
1 of 2verb/tʃɪr/
Forms:cheers,cheering,cheered,cheered
1
to encourage or show support or praise for someone by shouting
- The fans cheer loudly during the soccer match.
- She cheers for her favorite team every weekend.
- The students cheer when the school mascot enters the auditorium.
- She has already cheered at several concerts this year.
- The audience is cheering for the contestants in the talent show.
2
to make someone feel happier or more energetic
transitive- A surprise gift from a friend was enough to cheer him and lift his spirits.
- She tried to cheer her colleague by sharing a funny story during lunch.
- The bright flowers on the table cheered the room and made everyone smile.
- The music seemed to cheer everyone, filling the room with joy.
- They cheered the child by bringing him his favorite toy after he was upset.
3
to give someone a sense of hope, courage, or confidence
transitive- Her encouraging words cheered him, giving him the strength to continue.
- The doctor’s reassuring words cheered the patient before the surgery.
- Her optimism cheered the group, helping them to stay focused despite the challenges.
- The rally cheered the crowd, inspiring them to take action for the cause.
Antonyms:
4
to become happier or more positive in mood
- She began to cheer as the good news sank in.
- The children cheered as they opened their presents on Christmas morning.
- His mood started to cheer when he heard the compliment from his colleague.
- Her spirits cheered when she saw her friends waiting for her at the door.
Antonyms:
5
to loudly praise or offer support to someone with enthusiastic shouts or cheers
transitive- The crowd cheered the team as they scored the winning goal.
- The audience cheered the performers after their incredible performance.
- The fans cheered the athletes, rallying them to push through the final stretch.
- He cheered his colleagues for their hard work during the project presentation.
- The volunteers were cheered for their efforts in organizing the event.