Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of support
"The bridge is reinforced by numerous steel supports that keep it from collapsing under heavy traffic."
In plain English: Supports are things that hold something up so it doesn't fall over.
"The bridge has strong supports that hold up its heavy structure."
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of support
"She supports her brother's decision to move away for college."
In plain English: To support something means to hold it up so it doesn't fall down.
"The sturdy table supports all my heavy books without shaking."
Derived from the Latin supportare, meaning to hold up or bear, this verb form entered English via Old French in the 14th century. It originally described the physical act of sustaining weight before expanding to include metaphorical assistance and structural backing.