Cheer up and Fret

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Cheer up verb - To become glad or hopeful.

Usage example: cheer up—things are bound to get better

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Fret is an antonym for cheer up.

Fret verb - To consume or wear away gradually.

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Cheer up is an antonym for fret.

Nearby Words: fretful, fretted, fretting, fretwork

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