Cheering
WordNet
adjective
(1) Bringing cheer or gladness
"Cheering news"
(2) Providing freedom from worry
noun
(3) Encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
"It's all over but the shouting"
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From chere, from chiere, from cara.
Noun
- A pleasing attitude; a nice disposition.
- They were all in good cheer.
- A cry expressing joy, approval or support such as "hurray".
- A cheer rose from the crowd.
- A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
Verb
- To shout a cheer or cheers.
- The crowd cheered in support of the athletes.