Meaning & use
Cheered
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Shouted in approval, support, or encouragement; also, made someone feel happier or more hopeful.
See it in a sentence
The crowd cheered as the runner crossed the finish line.
A get-well card from her coworkers cheered her up during recovery.
A note on using this word
'Cheer' can describe an outward vocal expression of support or an inward feeling, as in the older phrase 'be of good cheer.'
Words with a similar meaning
applaudedencouraged
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Words with an opposite meaning
jeeredbooed
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