Synonyms for

Cheerleaders

Verb / ˈtʃɪˌrli:dɜ:z / Another word for cheerleaders — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cheerleaders are people who lead cheers to support a sports team or event.

Synonyms & similar words

cheerleader supporters fans crowd spectators audience enthusiasts boosters rooters admirers followers devotees backers champions advocates proponents allies

Synonyms by register

Formal

supporters advocates promoters champions

Informal

fans boosters rooters cheer squad

Literary

muses inspirers cohorts

Antonyms

detractors critics opponents saboteurs discouragers pessimists

Common collocations

  • head cheerleader
  • cheerleaders squad
  • high school cheerleaders
  • college cheerleaders
  • professional cheerleaders
  • cheerleaders routine
  • cheerleaders uniform

Word family

noun cheerleader
verb cheer
adjective cheery
adverb cheerfully

Usage note

While 'cheerleader' can refer to someone who genuinely encourages, it is often used metaphorically to describe someone who is overly enthusiastic or uncritical in their support.

Example sentences

  1. The cheerleaders wore matching outfits and pom-poms.
  2. We cheered for the cheerleaders as they performed their routine.
  3. The cheerleaders helped to boost the morale of the team.
  4. The cheerleaders led the crowd in a chant.
  5. The cheerleaders practiced their routine every day after school.

Quotes

  • "Being a cheerleader is not just about cheering on the sidelines. It's about inspiring, encouraging, and challenging yourself and others around you." - Unknown
  • "Cheerleading is more than just a sport, it's a way of life." - Unknown
  • "I'm not just a cheerleader, I'm an athlete." - Unknown

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