Cheer
Cheer noun - A mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter.
Usage example: a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer
Desolation is an antonym for cheer.
Desolation
Desolation noun - A state or spell of low spirits.
Usage example: his desolation after his twin brother died was incurable
How words are described
| mutual | mutual cheer | mutual desolation |
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