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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insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
consanguineousof the same blood or origin
scabbarda sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
mundaneof, relating to, or characteristic of the world
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence