Support

/səˈpɔrt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of helping or providing assistance.

She gave her full support to the charity event.

Something that maintains or sustains.

The beams provide the necessary support for the roof.

A person or thing that offers help or aid.

He is her main support during difficult times.

verb

To bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

The pillars support the weight of the building.

To provide assistance or encouragement.

They support each other in their endeavors.

To uphold or defend a cause or a person.

Many organizations support environmental protection initiatives.

Middle English: from Old French 'soutenir', from Latin 'supportare', meaning 'to carry up'.

support system

A network of people who provide mutual assistance.

give support

To offer help or assistance.

support for

To advocate in favor of something.

supporter

A person who supports a cause or group.

sustain

To maintain or prolong.

backing

Financial or moral support.

To hype someone up or to encourage.

He's there to support you, no matter what.

To back someone up, often in a competitive context.

I got your back, bro. I'm here to support.