Sekirov Dictionary

cheer

UK /t͡ʃɪə/US /t͡ʃɪɹ/

verb 5
noun 7
forms 6
phrases 2

verb5

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to shout loudly in support of someone or because something good has happened
- The crowd cheered in support of the athletes.
- The crowd cheered the athletes.
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(figurative) To feel or express enthusiasm for (something).
- The finance sector will cheer this decision.
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To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.
- We were cheered by the offer of a cup of tea.
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To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.
- The proud he tam'd, the penitent he cheer'd. — 1700
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(no longer used) To encourage to do something.
- Let’s cheere our souldiers to incounter him, […] And burne him in the fury of that flame, That none can quench but blood and Empery. — 1587

noun7

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A cry expressing joy, approval or support, such as "hurrah".
- Three cheers for the birthday boy!
- A cheer rose from the crowd.
A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
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A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood.
- I have not that alacrity of spirit, / Nor cheer of mind, that I was wont to have. — 1593
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(US, Canada) Cheerleading, especially when practiced as a competitive sport.
- Alex participated in cheer all four years of college.
- I'm going to wear my new cheer shoes at cheer today.
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That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness, especially food and entertainment prepared for a festive occasion.
- a table loaded with good cheer
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(no longer used) One's attitude, mood.
- And anon he talked with them, and sayde unto them: be of good chere, it is I, be not afrayed. — 1526
(no longer used) One's facial expression or countenance.

forms

cheer'd · cheered · cheering · cheereth · cheers · cheerest

Phrases with cheer

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