GRE Word List

SUSTAIN

to give support or relief to

The meaning of the word sustain is to give support or relief to.

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WordMeaning
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
indicativeserving to indicate
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
genrea category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
yena strong desire or propensity
psychosomaticof, relating to, concerned with, or involving both mind and body
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery