sustenance (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌs.tə.nəns/

Definition

Food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment.

Examples

• The refugees were in desperate need of food and medical supplies for their sustenance.

• For many people, regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for physical sustenance.

• The desert nomads relied on camels for transportation and sustenance during their journeys.

How to Use sustenance

sustenance for (prepositional phrase)

Providing the necessary support or nourishment for someone or something. — "The farm provided sustenance for the entire village."

seek sustenance (collocation)

To look for or try to obtain food or nourishment. — "Animals in the wild constantly seek sustenance."

Synonyms of sustenance

Words with a similar meaning to sustenance:

• food
• nourishment
• provisions
• livelihood

Antonyms of sustenance

Words with the opposite meaning to sustenance:

• starvation
• deprivation

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