cheer (up)

verb

Definition of cheer (up)next
1
as in to brighten
to become glad or hopeful cheer up—things are bound to get better

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2
as in to encourage
to fill with courage or strength of purpose the general's speech cheered up the troops tremendously

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer (up)
  1. brighten
  2. encourage
  3. inspire
  4. look up
Verb
  • This time, Rachel’s face brightens, knowing there could only be one person who would cause Rollo to leave her side.
    Lincee Ray, EW.com, 30 Nov. 2024
  • As its name suggests, this serum utilizes the skin-plumping powers of both antioxidant vitamin C and exfoliating alpha-hydroxy acids to tighten and brighten the look of skin.
    Sarah Han, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of brighten
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  • Gifts Under $50 Keep it traditional by giving him high-quality underwear or encourage him to pamper himself with a grooming kit from one of our favorite beauty brands.
    Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
  • In this war of narratives, the Trump administration must do more to support free media, rebut disinformation, and encourage credible proxies in the region to do the same.
    Michael Green, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of encourage
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  • Peter Alexander’s personal love for dachshunds inspired the use of the dog in campaigns, designs, and even products.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The media frenzy that descended on the area, with a radio-listening national audience tuned in as Floyd’s life slipped increasingly away over days and days of isolation, would later inspire the classic 1951 film Ace in the Hole starring Kirk Douglas.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of inspire
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  • Celestial enthusiasts, look up: another chance to view the aurora borealis is upon us.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Then the head turned ever so slightly, and this tiny helpless creature seemed to be looking up at me.
    Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of look up
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cheers (up)

cheer (up)

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“Cheer (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer%20%28up%29. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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