Synonyms for

Cheers

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

Definition

an expression of good wishes or congratulations before drinking

Synonyms & similar words

hearten recreate urgeon rooton jollyalong chirkup complain cheerup inspire cheerfulness barrack embolden exhort pepup cheer uncheerfulness urge jollyup sunniness sunshine dishearten toast salute prost santé skol sláinte kanpai viva hurrah

Synonyms by register

Formal

appreciation gratitude acknowledgment

Informal

thanks ta much obliged

Literary

acclaim laudation

Antonyms

sadness grief sorrow unhappiness despair misery

Common collocations

  • raise a cheer
  • give a cheer
  • a cheer went up
  • cheers for
  • loud cheers
  • hearty cheers
  • a cheer leader

Word family

noun cheer
verb cheer
adjective cheerful
adverb cheerfully

Usage note

Primarily used as an informal expression of thanks or as a toast. Can also refer to a shout of encouragement or approval.

Example sentences

  1. We raised our glasses and shouted 'Cheers'!
  2. When someone sneezes, it's polite to say 'Cheers'!
  3. Let's toast to the newlyweds—cheers!
  4. After a hard day's work, nothing beats a beer with cheers!
  5. Everyone started clapping and shouting 'Cheers' to celebrate the end of the concert!

Quotes

  • Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right. - Oprah Winfrey
  • Cheers to the freakin' weekend, I'll drink to that. - Rihanna
  • Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get together. - Anonymous

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