sustain - Meaning in Malayalam

sustain - Meaning in Malayalam

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Definitions and Meaning of sustain in English

sustain verb

1. undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)

   Examples

   • "He got his arm broken in the scuffle"
   • "He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars"
   • "She got a bruise on her leg"
   • "She suffered a fracture in the accident"
2. establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

   Examples

   • "his story confirmed my doubts"
   • "The evidence supports the defendant"
3. admit as valid

   Example

   • "The court sustained the motion"
4. supply with necessities and support

   Examples

   • "She alone sustained her family"
   • "The money will sustain our good cause"
   • "There's little to earn and many to keep"
5. provide with nourishment

   Examples

   • "This kind of food is not nourishing for young children"
   • "We sustained ourselves on bread and water"
6. be the physical support of; carry the weight of

   Examples

   • "He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam"
   • "The beam holds up the roof"
   • "What's holding that mirror?"
7. lengthen or extend in duration or space

   Examples

   • "keep up the good work"
   • "prolong the treatment of the patient"
   • "We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible"

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