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Definition of cheerleader

cheerleader

/ˈtʃɪrˌliːdər/
Plural:cheerleaders
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• noun

1

A member of an organized squad who performs choreographed chants, dances, and acrobatic stunts to encourage spectators and support a sports team at games or competitions.

Example

"The head cheerleader led the entire stadium in a lively chant during the fourth quarter of the championship game."

2

An enthusiastic, vocal supporter or advocate of a person, organization, cause, or idea.

Example

"Throughout her career, her mentor remained her biggest cheerleader whenever she applied for leadership roles."

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• Nearby Words

cheeringly
cheerio
cheerlead
cheerleader
cheerleading
cheerless
cheerlessly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cheerleader. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cheerleader
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