cheercheercheerscheeredcheering2verb (cheers, cheering, cheered)to shout to show that you like something or to encourage somebody: The crowd cheered loudly when the players ran onto the pitch.cheer up, cheer somebody upto become or to make somebody happier: Cheer up! You'll feel better soon.We gave Julie some flowers to cheer her up.cheercheercheers1nouna loud shout that shows that you are pleased: The crowd gave a loud cheer as the singer came onto the stage.