English Dictionary

To bear by being under; to keep from falling; to uphold; to sustain, in a literal or physical sense; to prop up; to bear the weight of; as, a pillar supports a structure; an abutment supports an arch; the trunk of a tree supports the branches.
Source : opted (153270)  - auto

To endure without being overcome, exhausted, or changed in character; to sustain; as, to support pain, distress, or misfortunes.
Source : opted (153271)  - auto

To keep from failing or sinking; to solace under affictive circumstances; to assist; to encourage; to defend; as, to support the courage or spirits.
Source : opted (153272)  - auto

To assume and carry successfully, as the part of an actor; to represent or act; to sustain; as, to support the character of King Lear.
Source : opted (153273)  - auto

To furnish with the means of sustenance or livelihood; to maintain; to provide for; as, to support a family; to support the ministers of the gospel.
Source : opted (153274)  - auto

To carry on; to enable to continue; to maintain; as, to support a war or a contest; to support an argument or a debate.
Source : opted (153275)  - auto

To verify; to make good; to substantiate; to establish; to sustain; as, the testimony is not sufficient to support the charges; the evidence will not support the statements or allegations.
Source : opted (153276)  - auto

To vindicate; to maintain; to defend successfully; as, to be able to support one's own cause.
Source : opted (153277)  - auto

To uphold by aid or countenance; to aid; to help; to back up; as, to support a friend or a party; to support the present administration.
Source : opted (153278)  - auto

A attend as an honorary assistant; as, a chairman supported by a vice chairman; O'Connell left the prison, supported by his two sons.
Source : opted (153279)  - auto