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Wordabulary

support

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To help, encourage, or agree with someone or something, or to physically hold something up.

"Her family supported her decision to change careers."

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Usage notes

"Support" as a verb takes a direct object with no preposition, "support the team," not "support to the team."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Her family _____ her decision to change careers."

Answer: support

In your own words, what does "support" mean?

To help, encourage, or agree with someone or something, or to physically hold something up.

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