English Reference
noun · verb

cheering

n. · v.
US /ˈtʃɪɹɪŋ/ UK /tʃˈiəɹɪŋ/ cheer·ing

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    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.

    Simple

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

    In context

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

    booingjeering
  2. 02 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.

    Simple

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

    In context

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

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Frequent
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