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Word

cheering

Phoneticscheer·ing, stress on the first syllable

US/ˈtʃɪɹɪŋ/

UK/tʃˈiəɹɪŋ/

Definitions

01shouts of support

A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun

n. the loud shouting of a crowd to show they are happy or support someone.

n. the collective sound of a crowd expressing approval, encouragement, or triumph.

“The cheering from the stadium could be heard three streets away.”

“The deafening cheering of the home crowd reached a crescendo as the striker finally broke through the defense to score the winning goal.”

Antonyms

booingjeering

02giving support

A2 · Elementary

v. shouting or acting to encourage someone who is competing or performing.

v. the present participle of 'cheer', used to describe the ongoing action of providing vocal encouragement.

“We spent the whole afternoon cheering for our friends at the marathon.”

“Despite the pouring rain, the fans remained in the stands, cheering relentlessly for their team until the final whistle blew.”

Antonyms

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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.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL 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: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
Frequency
Frequent
Level
A2 · Elementary
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