supports (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /səˈpɔːrts/

Definition

Provides encouragement, assistance, or approval for someone or something.

Examples

• Her family always supports her decisions.

• The community supports local businesses by shopping there.

• He supports the idea of renewable energy.

How to Use supports

support [someone/something] (prepositional phrase)

To give help, encouragement, or approval to someone or something. — "She came to support her friend in the competition."

support [something] with [something] (prepositional phrase)

To provide the physical basis or structure for something. — "The bridge is supported with strong steel cables."

support [someone's] [decision/opinion/etc.] (collocation)

To agree with and encourage someone's choice or belief. — "I fully support your decision to study abroad."

Synonyms of supports

Words with a similar meaning to supports:

• backs
• endorses
• champions

Antonyms of supports

Words with the opposite meaning to supports:

• opposes
• hinders

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