support
🇺🇸
/səˈpɔːrt/
🇬🇧
/səˈpɔːt/
verb
A2
To back someone or something with approval or encouragement.
The community strongly supports the new recycling program.
A2
To provide assistance or resources to someone in need.
The charity supports families affected by the disaster.
B1
To be a fan of a sports team or player.
She has supported the local football team for years.
B1
To financially contribute to a cause or campaign.
Many celebrities support the charity by donating money.
B1
To provide the means for someone to live or maintain a certain lifestyle.
He works two jobs to support his large family.
B1
To give evidence or arguments that make a claim more convincing.
The scientist's research supports the theory of evolution.
B2
To hold up or keep something from falling.
The pillars support the weight of the building.
R
To perform as an opening act for a main musical performer.
The indie band supported the popular singer at the concert.
R
To be compatible with or allow the use of a certain software or feature.
This app supports multiple file formats.
noun
A2
Approval or encouragement given to someone or something.
The policy has widespread support among the public.
A2
Financial assistance or resources provided to help someone.
The family received support from a local charity.
A2
Help given to someone in a difficult or unhappy situation.
He offered his emotional support after her loss.
B1
Evidence or arguments that confirm the truth or correctness of a claim.
The scientist presented new data in support of his hypothesis.
B2
A thing that holds up or prevents something from falling.
The bridge's supports were damaged in the storm.
B2
The act of holding something in place or preventing it from falling.
She needed the support of a cane to walk.
R
A device worn to hold and immobilize an injured or weak body part.
He uses a back support to alleviate his pain.
R
An opening act for a main musical performer at a concert.
The concert featured several talented support acts.
R
Technical assistance provided by a company to its customers.
The software company offers 24/7 customer support.
translation
To back someone or something with approval or encouragement.; To provide assistance or resources to someone in need.; To be a fan of a sports team or player.; To financially contribute to a cause or campaign.; To provide the means for someone to live or maintain a certain lifestyle.; To give evidence or arguments that make a claim more convincing.; To hold up or keep something from falling.; To perform as an opening act for a main musical performer.; To be compatible with or allow the use of a certain software or feature.
Approval or encouragement given to someone or something.; Financial assistance or resources provided to help someone.; Help given to someone in a difficult or unhappy situation.; Evidence or arguments that confirm the truth or correctness of a claim.; A thing that holds up or prevents something from falling.; The act of holding something in place or preventing it from falling.; A device worn to hold and immobilize an injured or weak body part.; An opening act for a main musical performer at a concert.; Technical assistance provided by a company to its customers.
Word Forms
Perfect
supported
Progressive
supporting
3rd Present
supports
Past
supported
Plural
supports