cheer

US /tʃɪr/
UK /tʃɪr/
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1.

a shout of encouragement, praise, or joy

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The crowd gave a loud cheer when the team scored.
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We heard a cheer from the stands.
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to shout for joy or in praise or encouragement

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Everyone started to cheer when the band came on stage.
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Let's cheer for our team!
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2.

to give comfort or hope to (someone)

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Her kind words helped to cheer him up.
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We tried to cheer her with flowers.
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