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UNDERGIRDING Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word undergirding. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word undergirding. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for UNDERGIRDING

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backing
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of providing approval and support

• something forming a back that is added for strengthening

• financial resources provided to make some project possible

strengthening
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• becoming stronger

• the act of increasing the strength of something

supporting
adjectiveadj
noun

• the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening

adjective satellite

• furnishing support and encouragement

• capable of bearing a structural load

reinforcing
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• make stronger

• strengthen and support with rewards

upholding
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

• stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals

• support against an opponent

fortify
verbv
verb

• make strong or stronger

• enclose by or as if by a fortification

• prepare oneself for a military confrontation

• add nutrients to

• add alcohol to (beverages)

succour
nounn
noun

• assistance in time of difficulty

verb

• help in a difficult situation

brace up
verbv
verb

• make secure underneath

shore up
verbv
verb

• support by placing against something solid or rigid

Best Hypernyms For UNDERGIRDING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for undergirding, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
fortify strengthen support
Phrases (2)
back upbeef up

Alternatives for BACKING

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