supported
/səˈpɔːrtɪd/
verb
- Past tense of support: held up or kept from falling; provided help or encouragement to someone or something.
- He supported his family by working two jobs.
- She supported her friend during a difficult time.
- The pillars supported the heavy roof of the ancient temple.
- Past tense of support: provided evidence or proof for an idea, claim, or theory.
- The scientist supported her hypothesis with clear data.
- The photographs supported the newspaper's story.
- His testimony supported the victim's account of the event.
Antonyms
adjective
- Held up or kept in position by something underneath or behind.
- The supported roof lasted through the storm.
- A well-supported shelf will not collapse under weight.
- The supported bridge could handle heavy trucks.
- Having help, encouragement, or financial backing.
- She felt supported by her teammates during the competition.
- The supported charity received donations from many people.
- The supported student was able to afford college tuition.