cheers 1 of 2

verb

Definition of cheersnext
present tense third-person singular of cheer
1
as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of critics and fans alike have cheered the latest addition to the author's series of fantasy novels

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2
as in reassures
to ease the grief or distress of let's hope that these flowers will cheer my ailing aunt at least a little

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cheers

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noun

plural of cheer
1
as in consolations
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers

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2
as in spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion be of good cheer in this Christmas season

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3
as in ovations
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels

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Recent Examples of cheers
Verb
Share a draft with a friend who cheers you on, and notice how confidence grows. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 16 Sep. 2026 Former University of Florida Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Tim Tebow cheers with fans during the Florida Legends Experience at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center in Gainesville on Sunday, August 23, 2026. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026 Kyle Mulholland, the bartender, rings the bar’s bell, and the lights flicker as everyone cheers again and goes to close out their tabs. — Jeremy Rellosa, Curbed, 4 June 2026 In the video, shared on Kennedy's personal X account Tuesday, the health secretary is seen wrangling the snakes with his bare hands, holding the creatures up to the camera as his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, cheers him on in the background. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 27 May 2026 Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on! — Literary Hub, 11 May 2026 The crowd cheers back enthusiastically in response. — Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026 The oldest students get the chance to search for the afikomen, while the rest of the crowd cheers them on. — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026 Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders. — Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
Nscale could be the most valuable British company in a decade, Huang said to cheers from the crowd. — Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026 There were nervous smiles, hugs and cheers as names were called. — Brian Maass, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 But those home cheers turned into some boos in last week's 38-19 loss to South Carolina. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026 His face appearing on the big screen was naturally greeted by cheers of adoration from the stands and would normally have been a pure reason to smile. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 Davidson's request was immediately met with cheers and thunderous applause from the studio audience. — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Many of the details emerged in a rush shortly after the passengers, most of them Israeli, landed back home to cheers and waving flags. — Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026 Residents in the room, who had spoken unanimously against the applications during the public comment period, broke into cheers and applause. — Nico Rivero, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 Union stalwarts representing steelworkers, utility workers, construction workers and others greeted the 73-year-old Democrat with resounding cheers and endless handshakes. — Andrea Hsu, NPR, 2 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheers
  1. applauds
  2. reassures
  3. consolations
  4. spirits
  5. ovations
  6. praises
  7. assures
  8. encouragements
Verb
  • Valdes applauds her patient’s athletic lifestyle and said several large studies back the benefits of finding a physical and social activity when dealing with cancer.
    — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Even so, Wilson applauds Hamilton for making classical studies popular and accessible through her vigorous writing style and skill as a storyteller.
    — David Conrads, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of applauds
Verb
  • The operator reassures the caller that there are responders at the scene.
    — Emily Witt, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
  • When the goodbyes are done and the time comes, Magnotta reassures the pet.
    — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of reassures
Noun
  • But the consolations of art do not depend on achievement, and that might be Kingsolver’s most direct riposte to her critics.
    — Casey Cep, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Alejo listens carefully, occasionally offering a tissue or murmuring consolations.
    — Megan Greenwell, Bloomberg, 9 June 2026
Definition of consolations
Noun
  • The Supreme Court agreed on Monday to consider whether Congress had the constitutional authority to impose a ban on distilling spirits in private homes more than 150 years ago.
    — Michael Kunzelman, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Jonah himself is remaining positive while keeping his spirits up thanks to the love, support and encouragement of his family, friends and all those doctors and nurses who care so much for him.
    — Patrick Snell, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of spirits
Noun
  • The notices, the standing ovations, the awards buzz — all of it represents a stunning reversal of fortune for Guadagnino after the Amazon debacle in June.
    — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Pete Alonso received multiple ovations in his return to Citi Field before Monday night’s game even began.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of ovations
Verb
  • The editorial praises the Shedd for trying to save the whales in this time of crisis, even though the animals had a record of previous poor living conditions and dubious care.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Sandy praises her crew for performing efficiently under pressure, and gives out the $1,807 each of them earned from a $23,500 tip.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of praises
Verb
  • Camp manager Savanah assures me that schedules are flexible (or indeed, nonexistent) here.
    — Charukesi Ramadurai, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
  • BougeRV assures me this isn’t something that would be exhibited by its production wagons.
    — Thomas Ricker, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of assures
Noun
  • Many folks send encouragements toward OP mom and her son, while others put heat on the other parents for sexualizing their kids’ friendship.
    — DeVonne Goode, Parents, 26 July 2026
  • All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.
    — Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
Definition of encouragements

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“Cheers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheers. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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