What does SUSTAIN mean?
- Pronunciation
- /səˈsteɪn/
- Letters
- 7
- Scrabble score
- 7
- Words With Friends score
- 9
- How common
- Fairly common
Meaning
verb
- lengthen or extend in duration or space“We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible”
- undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)“She suffered a fracture in the accident”
- provide with nourishment“We sustained ourselves on bread and water”
- supply with necessities and support“She alone sustained her family”
- be the physical support of; carry the weight of“The beam holds up the roof”
- admit as valid“The court sustained the motion”
- establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts“his story confirmed my doubts”
Definitions from Princeton WordNet 3.0.
Other forms
sustains8sustaining11
Anagrams of SUSTAIN
issuant7
Words inside SUSTAIN
92 shorter words can be made from these letters. Here are the most useful.
Related
Questions
Is SUSTAIN a valid word in word games?
SUSTAIN is in the ENABLE word list, which many word games use, so it is very likely to be accepted. Check your game's own dictionary if a play is challenged.
How many points is SUSTAIN worth?
SUSTAIN is worth 7 points with Scrabble letter values and 9 with Words With Friends values, before any bonus squares.
What words can you make from SUSTAIN?
92 other words, including IN, IS, IT and AS.