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cheer

English → English

verb//tʃɪər//

(vocal) To shout support: to shout loudly in order to show support, praise, or encouragement; applaud

The crowd began to cheer wildly when the home team scored the winning goal.

(English) The crowd began to cheer wildly when the home team scored the winning goal.

We stood by the side of the road to cheer on the runners in the marathon.

(English) We stood by the side of the road to cheer on the runners in the marathon.

verb//tʃɪər//

(emotion) To make happy: to make someone feel happier or more hopeful; gladden

The bright yellow sunflowers really cheered her up after a difficult day at work.

(English) The bright yellow sunflowers really cheered her up after a difficult day at work.

A surprise visit from his grandchildren always cheers the elderly man.

(English) A surprise visit from his grandchildren always cheers the elderly man.

Entry ID: en:en:cheer · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary