CEFR B1

backed

verb

Meaning

Given financial or other support, especially by providing money.

Examples

The project was backed by a generous grant from the government.
She was strongly backed by her family in her decision to study abroad.

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backed (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /bækt/

Definition

Given financial or other support, especially by providing money.

Examples

The project was backed by a generous grant from the government.
She was strongly backed by her family in her decision to study abroad.

How to Use backed

backed by (prepositional phrase): Supported by someone or something. — "The campaign was backed by several local businesses."
backed up (phrasal verb): To move backward. — "The driver backed up the truck slowly."
backed up (phrasal verb): To support or confirm something. — "Can you back up your claims with evidence?"

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