cheer (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: t ʃɪər
Definition
To shout for joy or in praise or encouragement. To become less sad or more hopeful.
Examples
The fans cheered for their team.
Her good news cheered me up.
Let's cheer for the winner!
How to Use cheer
- cheer up (phrasal verb)
- To become happier or to make someone happier. — "The sunny weather cheered me up."
- cheer for (prepositional phrase)
- To shout encouragement to a person or team. — "We will cheer for our country in the competition."
- cheer on (prepositional phrase)
- To shout encouragement to someone who is competing or trying hard. — "The spectators cheered on the runners as they passed."
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