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SUSTAINING

(verb, noun, adj.)

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 upprolong
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncontinuepreserveuphold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)

Example: "She suffered a fracture in the accident"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gethavesuffer
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
experiencegethavereceive
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Provide with nourishment

Example: "We sustained ourselves on bread and water"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nourishnurture
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
caterplyprovidesupply
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Supply with necessities and support

Example: "She alone sustained her family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keepmaintain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
havehave gothold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be the physical support of; carry the weight of

Example: "The beam holds up the roof"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holdhold upsupport
Hypernyms (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)
affirmconfirmcorroboratesubstantiatesupport
Hypernyms (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."
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Word Game Points

Is SUSTAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sustaining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
SUSTAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SUSTAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sustaining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUSTAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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