Definitions
01a shout of support
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Sports
n. a loud shout of joy or support, often at a sports event.
n. a vocal expression of approval, joy, or encouragement, typically delivered in a group setting.
日本語:歓声※
“A loud cheer went up from the crowd when the striker scored the winning goal.”
“The stadium erupted in a deafening cheer as the underdog team finally broke the deadlock in the closing minutes of the match.”
Antonyms
02happiness or good mood
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. a feeling of happiness or a positive mood.
n. a state of mind characterised by happiness, optimism, or high spirits.
“The bright decorations brought a bit of holiday cheer to the office.”
“Despite the cold weather, the festive market was filled with warmth and Christmas cheer as families gathered around the stalls.”
03to shout support
B1 · Intermediate Sports
v. to shout loudly to show you support a person or a team.
v. to express approval or encouragement through vocal shouts or applause.
日本語:声援を送る※
“We stood by the side of the road to cheer for the marathon runners.”
“The fans continued to cheer their team on even after it became clear that a comeback was statistically impossible.”
Antonyms
04to make someone happier
B1 · Intermediate
v. to make someone feel happier or more hopeful, especially when they are sad.
v. to gladden or comfort someone; frequently used as a phrasal verb with 'up'.
“I bought some flowers to cheer her up after she had a difficult day at work.”
“The news of the recovery served to cheer the entire family, who had been waiting anxiously for an update from the hospital.”
Usage
Often used as the phrasal verb 'cheer up'.
Antonyms
05festive food and drink
C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Cooking Literary
n. good food and drink served during a celebration.
n. provisions, especially food and drink, prepared for a festive or social occasion.
“The table was loaded with traditional holiday cheer for all the guests.”
“The host spared no expense, providing an abundance of festive cheer that kept the conversation flowing well into the night.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “cheer” in context.
Verb
01. bring cheer to the family
“The arrival of the new baby brought much-needed cheer to the family during a difficult winter.”
verb + noun + prep + noun
02. let out a cheer
“The crowd let out a loud cheer when the striker finally scored the winning goal.”
verb + noun
Adjective
03. a loud cheer
“A loud cheer erupted from the audience at the end of the performance.”
adj + noun
04. festive cheer
“The town square was filled with festive cheer as the Christmas lights were turned on.”
adj + noun
Noun
05. a roar of cheer
“A sudden roar of cheer went up from the stadium as the players entered the pitch.”
noun + of + noun
06. holiday cheer
“We spent the afternoon baking cookies to spread some holiday cheer among our neighbors.”
noun + noun
Preposition
07. full of cheer
“Despite the rainy weather, she arrived at the office full of cheer and ready to work.”
prep + noun
Real-World Examples
“Each touch of the ball was greeted by a mixture of boos and cheers, while some fans also celebrated when Fernandez was fouled.” “Candidates on stage at the Clacton Leisure Centre, where the count was held, were seen cheering for each other as the results were announced, with many receiving fewer than 100 votes.” Etymology
From Middle English chere, from Anglo-Norman chere, from Old French chiere (“head, face; appearance; reception, hospitality; meal, dinner, food”) (Modern French chère), from Late Latin cara (“head”).
Clipping of cheerleading.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
INTERJECTION
Related words
Idioms
01. Bronx cheer
02. cheer up
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Common
- Level
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