Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Sustaining.
Sustaining - as a verb
Lengthen or extend in duration or space
Example: "We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep upprolong10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncontinue10preserve13uphold12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
Example: "She suffered a fracture in the accident"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get4have10suffer12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
experience21get4have10receive12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Provide with nourishment
Example: "We sustained ourselves on bread and water"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nourish10nurture7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cater7ply8provide13supply13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Supply with necessities and support
Example: "She alone sustained her family"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep10maintain10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
have10have gothold8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be the physical support of; carry the weight of
Example: "The beam holds up the roof"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold8hold upsupport11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Admit as valid
Example: "The court sustained the motion"
Establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
Example: "His story confirmed my doubts"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affirm14confirm14corroborate15substantiate14support11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sustaining - as a noun
The process by which something is sustained or upheld.
Sustaining - as an adjective
That sustains, supports or provides sustenance.
Example Sentences
"She is sustaining a high level of success in her career."
"The company is having difficulty sustaining its profits."
"The organization is dedicated to sustaining the environment for future generations."
"She played a key role in sustaining the team's morale during difficult times."
"He suffered a sustaining injury during the championship match."
Word Game Points
Is SUSTAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sustaining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SUSTAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SUSTAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sustaining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSUSTAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SUSTAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sustaining is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSUSTAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
