Support: English Vocabulary List

to publicly support or recommend something

"She advocates for environmental protection policies."

"The environmental group advocates for stronger government regulations to reduce carbon emissions from factories and power plants."

to support, defend, or fight for a cause, principle, or person

"She champions the rights of the poor."

"The civil rights lawyer dedicated her entire career to champion the cause of justice for marginalized and underrepresented communities in the city."

to advance the progress or growth of something

"The scholarship will further her education."

"The scholarship will help further her education and allow her to attend the university of her dreams."

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

"Good teachers motivate their students."

"Good teachers know how to motivate their students by making lessons interesting and relevant to their lives."

to help something, such as a process or action, become possible or simpler

"Technology facilitates communication across long distances."

"The new software is designed to facilitate communication between different departments within the large organization."

to work with other people in order to achieve a common goal

"Please cooperate with the security check process."

"The two departments agreed to cooperate on the project to share resources and expertise for better results."

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

"The athlete endorsed the sports drink brand."

"The famous athlete decided to endorse the new sports drink in exchange for a lucrative multi year sponsorship deal with the company."

to work with someone else in order to create something or reach the same goal

"Scientists collaborate on important research projects together."

"The two artists decided to collaborate on a new song that would combine their unique musical styles."

to present or give something, often with a sense of honor or generosity

"The king bestowed a title upon him."

"The queen decided to bestow a noble title upon the loyal knight who had served the kingdom faithfully for many years."

to provide a gift or quality, to someone or something, often implying a permanent gift or quality

"The university was endowed by a rich donor."

"The wealthy philanthropist decided to endow a new scholarship fund to help disadvantaged students attend the prestigious university."

to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

"She lavished gifts on her grandchildren."

"The grandparents lavished expensive gifts on their grandchildren for their birthdays and always spoiled them with attention and treats."

to add to something's value, effect, size, or amount

"He will augment his income."

"She decided to augment her savings by taking on a part-time job during the weekends to afford her dream vacation."

the act of bringing something back into active and noticeable existence or prominence

"There is a resurgence of interest in vinyl records."

"The country experienced a strong economic resurgence after the government implemented new policies last year."

an individual who financially supports an artist, charity, cause, etc.

"The patron donated money."

"The wealthy patron donated millions to the museum allowing it to expand its collection."

a special right, immunity or advantage that only a particular person or group has

"Education is special privilege."

"Having access to good quality education is a special privilege that not everyone in the world can enjoy."

a supporter who usually speaks publicly in favor of a theory, idea, or plan

"He is a proponent of renewable energy."

"She is a strong proponent of environmental protection and works hard to save forests and rivers every day."

trust and confidence placed in someone or something

"His reliance on caffeine is strong."

"The country has heavy reliance on imported oil for its energy needs every single year."

the noise people make by clapping, and sometimes shouting, in order to express their enjoyment or approval

"The audience responded with loud applause immediately"

"The actor received loud applause from the audience after his emotional performance in the final scene of the play."

giving encouragement or providing help

"My family is supportive."

"Her supportive husband attended every one of her art exhibitions and cheered her on even when she felt insecure about her work sometimes."

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

"Encourage the team to win."

"Her encouraging words helped the athlete overcome his self-doubt and perform exceptionally well."

to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last

"Judges must uphold the constitution."

"Judges have a duty to uphold the constitution and ensure that laws are applied fairly to all citizens."

to provide a reason or encouragement that motivates someone to take action

"His words actuate them."

"Pressing this button will actuate the emergency alarm and alert the security team to a potential problem."

to cause something, such as an idea or information, to become widely known or spread

"Ideas propagate quickly now."

"The plant can propagate easily from cuttings so you can grow new plants from a single healthy stem."

to support an opinion, argument, theory, etc. or to prove it's credibility

"We sustain our argument."

"The scientist presented compelling evidence to sustain her groundbreaking theory about cellular regeneration."

to add to the strength of something

"This evidence will substantiate the theory."

"The researcher could not substantiate her claims with any solid evidence so the scientific community remained skeptical of her findings."

to let someone have something, especially something that they have requested

"The committee granted her request for funding."

"The committee decided to grant her request for additional funding to complete her important research project on time."

to increase wealth or prosperity of an individual or group

"This will enrich them."

"Investing wisely in diverse assets can significantly enrich an individual's financial portfolio over time."

to allow oneself or someone else to enjoy something excessively, often without restraint

"He will indulge himself."

"After a demanding period of intense work, she decided to indulge in a relaxing spa retreat."

the act of providing financial support, food, etc. for a person or animal

"The upkeep of the child is expensive."

"Providing the necessary upkeep for a large family requires careful budgeting and consistent financial planning."

the act of bringing something back into active use, attention, or importance after a period of decline or obscurity

"Cultural revival is strong."

"There is a strong cultural revival of traditional music and dance in the region this year."

preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss

"This is their salvation."

"The timely intervention of emergency services provided the stranded hikers with their only hope of salvation."

strong evidence or proof that supports something, emphasizing its validity or significance

"This is a testament to hard work."

"The enduring success of the company stands as a testament to its innovative strategies and dedicated workforce."