Synonyms for

Cheer

Verb / tʃɪr / Another word for cheer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to shout or speak loudly in support or praise of someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

hearten recreate urgeon rooton jollyalong chirkup complain cheerup inspire cheerfulness barrack embolden exhort pepup uncheerfulness urge jollyup sunniness sunshine dishearten applaud root encourage support celebrate praise acclaim hail exalt endorse commend laud compliment boost enliven invigorate stimulate uplift inspire motivate

Synonyms by register

Formal

encourage support uplift inspire

Informal

root for back give a hand cheer on

Literary

exult rejoice jubilate

Antonyms

sadness gloom despair sorrow dejection melancholy unhappiness

Common collocations

  • cheer up
  • cheer someone on
  • give a cheer
  • loud cheer
  • roar of cheer
  • burst of cheer
  • raise a cheer

Word family

noun cheer
verb cheer
adjective cheerful
adverb cheerfully

Usage note

While 'cheer' can mean to shout encouragement, it also means to become happier. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion.

Example sentences

  1. The crowd cheered when the home team scored a goal.
  2. I always cheer for my favorite team in the Super Bowl.
  3. We cheered loudly when our friend won the race.
  4. The students cheered for their teacher when she received an award.
  5. I will cheer you on during your presentation.

Quotes

  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. -Winston Churchill
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt

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