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cheer

/t͡ʃɪə(ɹ)/

noun

Meaning

  • A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood.

  • That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness; provisions prepared for a feast; entertainment.

    "a table loaded with good cheer"

  • A cry expressing joy, approval or support such as "hurray".

    "A cheer rose from the crowd."

  • A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.

  • One's facial expression or countenance.

  • One's attitude, mood.

verb

Meaning

  • To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.

    "We were cheered by the offer of a cup of tea."

  • To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.

  • To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.

    "The crowd cheered in support of the athletes."