CHEER

cheer

Noun

  1. The face.
  2. One's expression or countenance.
  3. One's attitude, mood.
  4. A cheerful attitude; gaiety; mirth.
  5. That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness; provisions prepared for a feast; entertainment.
  6. A cry expressing joy, approval or support such as "hurray".
  7. A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.

Verb

  1. To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.
    We were cheered by the offer of a cup of tea.
  2. To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.
  3. To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.
    The crowd cheered in support of the athletes.
    The crowd cheered the athletes.


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