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
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
savanta person of learning
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
fastidiousshowing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia
executionerone who executes
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king