Pronunciation

/səˈsteɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• Sustain: (noun) The ability to maintain or support something over time; endurance or resilience. For example: “The forest relies on a sustainable management plan.”
• Maintenance: (noun) The act of keeping something in good condition or repair, typically over a period of time. For example: “Regular maintenance is crucial for a car’s longevity.”

Verb

• To sustain: (verb) To keep up, support, or endure; to maintain or continue. For example: “The economy is sustained by strong consumer spending.”
• To sustain oneself: (verb) To provide enough energy or resources to carry on. For example: “She sustains her passion for painting through daily practice.”

Adjective

• Sustainable: (adjective) Capable of being maintained at a certain level without being depleted or causing harm to the environment. For example: “A sustainable lifestyle reduces carbon emissions.”

Phrases

• “Sustain a tradition” means to keep a custom or practice alive.
• “Sustainable agriculture” refers to farming methods that don’t deplete natural resources.
• “Sustain the fire” is an idiom meaning to keep something going, like a conversation or enthusiasm.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The company’s success is largely sustained by its innovative products.”
• Verb: “She knew she had to sustain her energy levels during the marathon.”
• Adjective: “The city aims to achieve carbon neutrality through sustainable practices.”

Synonyms

• Maintain
• Support
• Endure
• Propagate
• Continue
• Upkeep
• Persistence
• Resilience

Antonyms

• Exhaust
• Weaken
• Fail
• Collapse
• Withdraw