verb
- to hold up or bear the weight of something
- to give help, encouragement, or assistance to someone
- to provide evidence or reasons for something
noun
- the act of helping or encouraging someone
- something that holds up or bears weight
- evidence or proof that helps establish something
Examples
- The pillars support the roof of the building.
- My family will always support me in my decisions.
- The research supports her theory about climate change.
- The company supports local charities with donations.
- She needs emotional support during this difficult time.
- The bridge collapsed when its main support failed.
- There is strong support for the new policy among voters.
- He provided support for his argument with statistics.