SUSTENANCE
Scrabble letter values: S1U1S1T1E1N1A1N1C3E1 = 12
Definition
- noun a source of materials to nourish the body. — synonyms: nutriment, nourishment, nutrition, aliment, alimentation, victuals
- noun the financial means whereby one lives. — synonyms: support, keep, livelihood, living, bread_and_butter
- noun the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence. — synonyms: sustentation, sustainment, maintenance, upkeep
Examples
- “each child was expected to pay for their keep”
- “he applied to the state for support”
- “he could no longer earn his own livelihood”