SUSTAINS
(verb, noun)Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Sustains.
Sustains - 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)
Sustains - as a noun
A mechanism which can be used to hold a note, as the right pedal on a piano.
Example Sentences
"He sustains a serious injury during the game."
"She sustains her popularity through social media."
"The athlete sustains his winning streak by training rigorously."
"He sustains his passion for music by practicing daily."
"The artist's work sustains a deep emotional impact."
Word Game Points
Is SUSTAINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sustains is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SUSTAINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is SUSTAINS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sustains is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSUSTAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is SUSTAINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sustains is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSUSTAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
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