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
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  • Whether it’s paired with warming spices like cinnamon and clove, brightened with citrus, or softened with sweet ingredients like honey or cranberry, gin brings a balance that feels both seasonal and sophisticated.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • That includes controversial technologies used to reflect sunlight back into space, primarily by sending reflective particles into the atmosphere or by brightening clouds.
    Justine Calma, The Verge, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of brighten
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  • If a person has a bad reaction to a vaccine, federal officials encourage reporting to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Forest visitors are encouraged to pack a measuring tape, a handsaw, gloves, boots, a tarp and straps for securing the tree to vehicles.
    Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of encourage
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  • Through her work and through this book, Nicole inspires and motivates in ways that still surprise me.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
  • His patience, compassion, and ability to balance helping others while excelling in his own work show a maturity and kindness that is inspiring.
    Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of inspire
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  • Lie flat on your back with your feet facing the south and look up, taking in as much of the sky as possible.
    Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Reflecting on the fate of the opposition leader her 16-year-old son so looked up to, Turbina struggles to imagine what kind of bleak future Arseny might be facing.
    Anna Chernova, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of look up
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Thesaurus Entries Near cheer (up)

cheers (up)

cheer (up)

cheery

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“Cheer (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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