26984 words

cheer

5 definitions • 8 examples
1
to give a loud shout of approval or encouragement:

Examples:

Everyone cheered as the winners received their medals.
He was cheering for the other side.
2

Examples:

Her speech was received with cheers and a standing ovation.
His victory in the 400 metres earned him the biggest cheer of the afternoon.
Three cheers for the winning team!
3

Examples:

The victory in the by-election has brought great cheer to the Liberal Democrats.
4
to be happy:

Examples:

Be of good cheer, my friend - things will get better.
5
to give a shout of approval or encouragement for someone:

Examples:

[ I ] I was one of the people who jumped up and cheered after that speech.

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