sustain

/ˈsʌstɛn/

Definitions

1. verb

to support or maintain something physically or financially; to keep something going or in existence

“The charity will sustain the homeless shelter with donations and volunteers.”

2. verb

to continue or keep doing something

“She sustained her efforts to become a professional dancer.”

3. verb

to endure or bear something

“The team sustained injuries and lost the game.”

4. noun

a source of income or support

“Her savings will be her main source of sustain.”

5. noun

the quality of being maintained or supported

“The restaurant’s success is due to its high sustain.”

6. noun

the act of continuing or keeping something going

“The government’s efforts to sustain economic growth are ongoing.”

Synonyms

  • continue
  • endure
  • maintain
  • persevere
  • support

Antonyms

  • abolish
  • discontinue
  • end
  • terminate