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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"He is a great cheerleader for America," said Barbara Van Riper, a 57-year-old rally-goer from Florida.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 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

Because he was incapable of envy, he was everyone’s biggest cheerleader.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Growing up she was a gymnast and a cheerleader.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

She squeals like a cheerleader at the end.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan