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cheer

The correct spelling is cheer.

How to pronounce cheer

/t͡ʃɪə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /t͡ʃɪə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Chee-r

The correct spelling is cheer. A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood. For example: "a table loaded with good cheer"

Usage Examples

a table loaded with good cheer

A cheer rose from the crowd.

We were cheered by the offer of a cup of tea.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood.
  2. 2.That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness; provisions prepared for a feast; entertainment.
  3. 3.A cry expressing joy, approval or support such as "hurray".
  4. 4.A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
  5. 5.One's facial expression or countenance.

verb

  1. 1.To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.
  2. 2.To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.
  3. 3.To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.

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