Hurrays

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Expressions of enthusiastic approval or joy shouted aloud to celebrate or support an event or achievement ; vocal cheers used to encourage or commend someone or something during gatherings or performances ; collective outcries of happiness or triumph meant to rouse collective excitement or mark a successful outcome
2. Loud shouts uttered as a sign of praise or exultation often at ceremonies or victories ; audible manifestations of congratulation or morale boosting directed towards participants or causes ; communal calls of delight used to publicly acknowledge success or rally spirits during celebrations
3. Vocal utterances of joy and acclaim commonly heard during festive occasions or acknowledgments ; spirited calls made to express positive emotion and encouragement towards efforts or accomplishments ; group exclamations designed to inspire camaraderie and highlight moments of happiness or noteworthy achievements

Etymology: "Hurrays" is the third-person singular present form of the verb "hurray", so it is the form you use when one person cheers, as in "the crowd hurrays" or "she hurrays". The verb itself is the older word, and it is the source of the noun meaning a cheer of praise.

Synonyms: cheers, acclaims, praises, applauses, shouts

Antonyms: booing, jeers, silences