What does hurrah mean?
Hurrah means Expressing approval, appreciation, or happiness..
Hurrah
/həˈɹɑː/ · interjection
Meaning
Expressing approval, appreciation, or happiness..
Definitions by Sense
- Expressing approval, appreciation, or happiness.
- A cheer; a cry of hurrah!.
- (transitive, intransitive) To give a hurrah (to somebody).
Example Sentences
Boys’ basketball boosters say something is missing in the stands at away games, cheerleaders resent not being able to meet their rivals on the road, and even female basketball players being hurrahed are unhappy.
Synonyms for hurrah
Antonyms for hurrah
Related Words
Word Forms
- hoorah
- hooray
- hurra
- hurray
- hurrahs
- hurrahing
- hurrahed
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for hurrah?
Common synonyms include well done, yay, cheer on, hurray.
What is the opposite of hurrah?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use hurrah in a sentence?
Boys’ basketball boosters say something is missing in the stands at away games, cheerleaders resent not being able to meet their rivals on the road, and even female basketball players being hurrahed are unhappy.
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