To support
Example: She supports her team during difficult projects
Definition
"To support" means to give assistance, encouragement, or backing to someone or something, especially during challenging times. It involves providing help, whether emotional, financial, or physical, to enable success or stability, as in the phrase, 'She supports her team during difficult projects.'
Etymology
The phrase "to support" originates from the Latin word 'supportare,' meaning 'to carry from below.' It entered English through Old French around the 14th century. Did you know? The word combines 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'portare,' meaning 'to carry,' reflecting the idea of holding something up or helping it stay strong.
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"To support" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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