support

Definitions

1. verb

   To hold something up so it does not fall.

   Examples

   • Do not move that beam! It supports the whole platform.
   • He walked away, supported by a friend on each side.
   ≈bear≈bestand≈hold up≈stut≈undergird +6 more
2. verb

   To back a person, team or cause.

   Examples

   • I support France in the World Cup.
   • She supports several local charities.
   ≈adhere≠oppose
3. verb

   To provide what is needed for life.

   Examples

   • Mars cannot support human life now.
   • Oats support the people in Scotland.
4. verb

   To help with money.

   Examples

   • The government supports the arts in many ways.
   • She supports her parents.
5. verb

   To give proof for an idea.

   Examples

   • The evidence does not support the charges.
   • The data supports our theory.
   ≈attest≈corroborate≈establish≈substantiate≈sustain +1 more
6. verb

   To help customers with their needs.

   Examples

   • The IT department supports the research team.
   • Our team supports customers around the clock.
7. verb

   To help without being in charge.

   Examples

   • I support the office staff.
   • I do not make decisions, but I support those who do.
8. verb

   To answer questions and fix problems for a product.

   Examples

   • They sell the product, but do they support it?
   • The company no longer supports this old model.
9. verb

   To work with a feature or file type.

   Examples

   • Early computers did not support voice recognition.
   • This app does not support the older file format.
   ≈accommodate≈enable≈play≈run
10. verb

    To put up with something hard.

    Examples

    • His rude manner was more than anyone could support.
    • Some moments are worth supporting for a strong love.