Synonyms for sustain

Other words for “sustain”, grouped by meaning.

We found 16 synonyms for “sustain”. The most common are prolong, keep up, suffer, have, get.

verb lengthen or extend in duration or space

verb undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)

verb provide with nourishment

verb supply with necessities and support

Synonymskeepmaintain

verb be the physical support of; carry the weight of

verb establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University