cheer

Pronunciation: /t͡ʃɪə/

The English word “cheer” has 12 meanings listed here.

noun

A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood.
That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness, especially food and entertainment prepared for a festive occasion.
A cry expressing joy, approval or support, such as "hurrah".
A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
One's facial expression or countenance.
One's attitude, mood.
Cheerleading, especially when practiced as a competitive sport.

verb

To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.
To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.
To encourage to do something.
To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.
To feel or express enthusiasm for (something).

Etymology

From Middle English chere, from Anglo-Norman chere, from Old French chiere (“head, face; appearance; reception, hospitality; meal, dinner, food”) (Modern French chère), from Late Latin cara (“head”).

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