cheer

cheer [-s] n

ME < late L. cara, face, countenance.

  1. Shout of approval; cry of encouragement; exclamation of joy.
  2. Gladness; happiness; joy; buoyant feelings; condition of well-being; state of good spirits.

cheer [-ed] v

see cheer, n.

  1. Buoy; encourage; hearten; inspire; lift; motivate; raise the spirits of.