roots for
Cheers on loudly
To root for someone or something is to support or cheer for them, especially in a contest or competition: I'm rooting for the underdog.
The phrase implies active encouragement and hope for success, whether for a sports team, a candidate, or someone facing a challenge: We're all rooting for you to get the job.
- cheer onVocally encourage another
- pull forActively hope someone succeeds
- home teamSquad playing on familiar ground
- encourageUrge forward with support
- allySupportive partner
back · favor · promote · advocate · uphold · champion · endorse · camaraderie · enthusiasm · help · solidarity · boost · wish · support · assist · underdog story · go the distance · motivate
- encouragementencourage, encouraging, praises, hang in there, supports