noun
plural cheers
[count] :a shout of praise or encouragement
[noncount] somewhat formal :a happy feeling or attitude
[count] :a special song or chant that is performed to encourage a team during a game in sports like American football and basketball
verb
cheers; cheered; cheering
to shout with joy, approval, or enthusiasm [no obj]
[+ obj] :to express enthusiastic approval of or support for (something)
[+ obj] :to cause (someone) to feel happier or more hopeful
cheer on
[phrasal verb]
cheer (someone) on or cheer on (someone) :to encourage (someone) with shouts or cheers
cheer up
[phrasal verb]
cheer up or cheer (someone) up or cheer up (someone) :to become happier or to make (someone) happier
cheer (something) up or cheer up (something) :to make (something) more cheerful or pleasant