SUSTAIN

/səˈsteɪn/ ► audio Scrabble 7 Words With Friends 9

Definition

  1. verb lengthen or extend in duration or space. — synonyms: prolong, keep_up
  2. verb undergo (as of injuries and illnesses). — synonyms: suffer, have, get
  3. verb provide with nourishment. — synonyms: nourish, nurture
  4. verb supply with necessities and support. — synonyms: keep, maintain
  5. verb be the physical support of. — synonyms: hold, support, hold_up
  6. verb admit as valid.
  7. verb establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts. — synonyms: confirm, corroborate, substantiate, support, affirm

Examples

  • “The city came under sustained attack by enemy forces.”
  • “provisions to sustain an army”
  • “The building sustained major damage in the earthquake.”

Anagrams of SUSTAIN

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