Definitions

cheerleader

[cheer-lee-der] / ˈtʃɪərˌli dər /

NOUN

one who supports and praises

Synonyms

STRONG

champion defender exponent promoter supporter

WEAK

admirer advocate apostle booster friend

Antonyms

STRONGEST

antagonist enemy

Example Sentences

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Earlier seasons of the show concentrated on the tough selection process to become a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader - a job that attracts young women from across the USA.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Time and again in the show’s third season, when fans of different ages are asked for their favorite Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, or “DCC,” they name Weaver.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

“So I think they’re happy. They have been a good cheerleader and supportive. And that’s what I need,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

BofA Securities became the latest cheerleader on Thursday, as the firm upgraded shares to Buy from Neutral with a $450 price target, up from $420.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Because I don’t think this tape is about the cheerleader.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher