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/tʃɪr/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a shout of joy or support.
There was a loud cheer that echoed through the stadium after the performance.
a state of feeling happy or enthusiastic.
The spirit of cheer filled the room during the holiday celebration.
verb
to shout joyfully or encourage someone, typically as a form of support.
The crowd began to cheer when the home team scored the winning goal.
to become or make happy or cheerful.
She tried to cheer her friend up with a funny story.
Etymology
Middle English 'chere', meaning 'the face', 'countenance', or 'mood', from Old French 'chiere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cheer up:
To make someone feel better.
cheers to:
An expression used to toast to someone or something.
give a cheer:
To vocally express support or enthusiasm.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
A term used among friends to express excitement or agreement.
That movie was so good, I was cheering the whole time!
A casual way to encourage someone in a lighthearted context.
Come on, cheer up! It's just a game.