rooting for you
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for rooting for you, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Phrase — Said to tell someone that you support them and genuinely want them to succeed.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
cheering you on
behind you
in your corner
pulling for you
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.
Full origin of rooting for you →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.
