SUSTAINING Synonyms: 141 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of sustaining

as in support

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verb

present participle of sustain

as in nurturing

to supply with nourishment a granola bar should sustain you long enough to last until lunch

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as in experiencing

to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it sustained serious injuries in the car crash

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as in enduring

to put up with (something painful or difficult) I won't sustain such insolence!

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as in supporting

to hold up or serve as a foundation for that old chair won't sustain your weight

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Recent Examples of sustaining

Noun

These molecules could serve as the building blocks of more complex organic molecules, which are vital in the development and sustaining of life. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026

Verb

What is difficult is sustaining them under pressure. — Peter Doyle, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Either way, both are excellent for sustaining energy throughout the day or before a workout. — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 24 June 2026 Gifford had to have a follow-up hip surgery after sustaining a fracture from being too physically active in her condition, People noted. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 30 June 2026 The training package included in the contract is expected to prepare Polish crews and technical personnel for operating and sustaining the new fleet over its service life. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026 Passengers Russo and Flanagan were pronounced dead at the scene, while Shirilla survived after sustaining several injuries. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026 Gudas only played 56 games last season for the Ducks, missing time late in the season — and only playing in one of Anaheim’s six first-round playoff games — after sustaining a lower-body injury in March. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 June 2026 The council eventually approved allocating $20,000 to the town’s sustaining grant program and allowed applicants to amend their proposal to account for the increase funds. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 24 June 2026 Investigators determined the victim was Edgar Carlos Garcia, then 39, of Mexico, who died after sustaining fatal injuries during an altercation that took place inside the warehouse. — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustaining

Noun

Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.

— Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
Ukraine is expected to be central in Ankara, with debate focused on long-term military support, Kyiv’s own defense industry and what NATO can learn from the country after more than four years of full-scale war.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Definition of support

Verb

That was huge, because Mary has had the realization that what was supposed to be a nurturing maternal force in her life had a damaging impact on her.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 June 2026
Too many nonprofits rely heavily on social platforms or short-term fundraising pushes instead of consistently nurturing donor relationships.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of nurturing

Verb

In 2023, more than a decade after a experiencing season-ending racing injuries, Muniz decided to pursue his dream of NASCAR racing full-throttle and announced his return to stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series.

— Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 July 2026
According to her defense, Bland was experiencing hallucinations and believed she was being instructed to baptize her family members.

— Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of experiencing

Verb

Organizers and instructors say creating spaces to climb, learn and socialize helps Ukrainians manage stress, find community and build enduring traditions even as war keeps daily life on hold.

— Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Together, these efforts are redefining resilience, not as leaving the ocean behind, but as restoring it while building enduring livelihoods.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026

Definition of enduring

Verb

In a recent interview on PEOPLE in 10, Chloe opened up about supporting Halle at a screening for her You, Me & Tuscany rom-com in April.

— Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie will be honored during ESPYS week in July with the Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award for his work supporting the global autism community.

— Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Definition of supporting

Verb

Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar pairs rich dark chocolate with crunchy roasted almonds for a simple yet satisfying sweet treat.

— Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
For the fiscal year that started Wednesday, the city of Sacramento is spending about $40 million on homelessness, which includes $30 million from the city’s general fund, satisfying the local match requirement, McCarty said.

— Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of satisfying

Verb

LaVine appeared in only 39 games last season after undergoing season-ending surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right hand.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 30 June 2026
From the factory floor to the small business ledger, the tech ecosystem is undergoing a massive shift toward hyper-automation and deep data visibility.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 30 June 2026

Definition of undergoing

Verb

Some may continue tolerating the pain and wait before searching for a bank that supports a new model or exposing the company to the uncertain risks of stablecoins—assuming the use case works at all.

— Gary Palmer, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
The Republican Party has spent years tolerating its own forms of political extremism.

— Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 29 June 2026

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