cheer synonyms

cheer

n.

  1. An agreeable mental state

    delight, mirth, glee; see happiness 1, joy 2.

  2. Something that comforts or gladdens

    encouragement, reassurance, comfort, solace; see encouragement 2.

  3. An encouraging shout

    roar, applause, hurrah, hurray, bravo, huzzah, cheering, organized cheering, college yell, rah, approval, approbation; see also cry 1, yell 1.

cheer

v.

  1. To hearten

    console, inspirit, brighten, gladden; see comfort, encourage 2, gladden, help 1.

  2. To support with cheers

    applaud, shout, salute; see praise 1, support 2, yell.

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