CEFR C1

sustainment

noun

Meaning

The act of keeping something going or existing, especially for a long time; the state of being maintained.

Examples

The project's success depended on its long-term financial sustainment.
The refugees relied on international aid for their basic sustainment.

Synonyms: maintenance, support, upkeep, perpetuation

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sustainment (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /səˈsteɪnmənt/

Definition

The act of keeping something going or existing, especially for a long time; the state of being maintained.

Examples

The project's success depended on its long-term financial sustainment.
The refugees relied on international aid for their basic sustainment.
Effective environmental sustainment requires careful resource management.

How to Use sustainment

sustainment of (prepositional phrase): The act of maintaining or supporting something. — "The sustainment of the ecosystem is vital for biodiversity."

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