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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 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)

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."
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Word Game Points

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

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 Word
SUSTAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SUSTAINS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sustains is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUSTAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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