Top synonyms for “sustain”: affirm, confirm, corroborate, get, have, hold, hold up, keep, and 8 more below.
Definitions
- (verb)undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)“She suffered a fracture in the accident”
- (verb)establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts“his story confirmed my doubts”
- (verb)admit as valid“The court sustained the motion”
- (verb)supply with necessities and support“She alone sustained her family”
- (verb)provide with nourishment“We sustained ourselves on bread and water”
- (verb)be the physical support of; carry the weight of“The beam holds up the roof”
- (verb)lengthen or extend in duration or space“We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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What is another word for "sustain"?
Common synonyms for "sustain" include affirm, confirm, corroborate, get, have, hold. Our thesaurus lists 16 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "sustain" mean?
undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) Example: "She suffered a fracture in the accident"
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