Sustenance

/ˈsʌstəˌnəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment.

The plants provided sufficient sustenance for the animals during the harsh winter.

The maintaining of someone or something in life or existence; support.

The charity provides sustenance to families in need through food distribution programs.

A means of livelihood.

He struggled to find regular work that would provide him with adequate sustenance.

Middle English, from Old French 'sustenance', from Latin 'sustentatio', from 'sustinere' meaning 'to hold up, support'.

food for thought

Ideas or concepts that stimulate further thinking.

sustenance of the mind

The mental nourishment needed for intellectual growth.

spiritual sustenance

Support or nourishment for one's spiritual needs.

nourish

To provide with food or other substances necessary for life and growth.

sustain

To support, maintain, or bear the weight of.

Grub

Let’s grab some grub, I need some sustenance!

Fuel

I need some fuel for this workout.