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rooting for you

1 antonyms and opposites of rooting for you, grouped by meaning.

Phrase — Said to tell someone that you support them and genuinely want them to succeed.

Antonyms

against you

How to Use Rooting For You

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

I'm rooting for you we're all rooting for you rooting for the underdog

Warm and informal; fine in speech, cards and messages.

Etymology

From the verb root "to cheer or support", used of sports crowds in American English; its earlier origin is uncertain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it rooting for you or routing for you?

Rooting is correct. Routing means directing something along a path, as in routing a phone call or a delivery, and has nothing to do with support. The confusion comes from the two words sounding similar in many accents.

What is the difference between rooting for you and supporting you?

Supporting you can mean practical help: money, time, effort. Rooting for you is purely emotional. It means you are on their side and hoping for a good outcome, without necessarily doing anything.

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