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Meaning of cheers
A toast or expression of goodwill, typically given when drinking.
Etymology of cheers
The word "cheers" originated in the 17th century, derived from the Old English word "ceor" or "cear", which meant "face" or "countenance", and the Old French word "chere", which meant "face" or "demeanor", and eventually came to be associated with the idea of a pleasant or joyful expression, and thus a toast or expression of goodwill
Synonyms
applause
acclamation
commendation
praise
tribute
accolade
salute
toast
celebration
congratulations
kudos
admiration
approval
cheers
compliment
tribute
homage
honor
recognition
ovation
plaudits
eulogy
panegyric
encomium
laudation
extolment
exaltation
glorification
adoration
veneration
adulation
flattery
approbation
endorsement
sanction
benediction
blessing
felicitation
goodwill
best wishes
Definitions
- An expression of goodwill or applause, typically given when drinking
- A cheer or toast, especially one accompanied by the raising of glasses
Usage Examples
- The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the winning goal
- Let's raise a glass and give a hearty cheers to the happy couple
- The audience gave the performers a standing ovation, with cheers and applause ringing out
Antonyms
condemnation
criticism
disapproval
dislike
displeasure
dissatisfaction
dissent
hostility
opposition
protest
rejection
ridicule
scorn
silence
disfavor
displeasure
discontent
disillusion
disapprobation
disparagement
detraction
depreciation
deprecation