Synonyms for
Cheering
Definition
The act of giving support or encouragement, often through applause or cheering.
Synonyms & similar words
hearten
satisfying
dishearten
barrack
complain
recreate
inspire
jollyalong
jollyup
exhort
rooton
urgeon
cheer
pepup
cheerup
comforting
shouting
embolden
urge
chirkup
applause
acclamation
support
encouragement
praise
commendation
adoration
applauding
clapping
ovation
plaudits
shouting
hurrahing
huzzahing
rooting
yelling
backing
boosting
uplifting
inspiring
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- loud cheering
- cheering crowd
- cheering loudly
- cheering section
- cheering for victory
- cheering wildly
- cheering him on
Word family
Usage note
The word 'cheering' typically refers to vocal expressions of encouragement or approval. While often positive, it can sometimes be used in contexts of mob mentality or aggressive group behavior.
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Example sentences
- The crowd erupted in cheering when the home team scored a goal.
- The students were cheering for their classmates during the talent show.
- The parents were cheering their children on during the soccer game.
- The fans were cheering their favorite band during the concert.
- The employees were cheering for their boss during the company meeting.
Quotes
Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. Gail Devers
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. Steve Jobs
Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy. Norman Vincent Peale