Hyphenation of sustain

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word sustain? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

sus-tain

Definitions of sustain:

1.
Lengthen or extend in duration or space
We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible Prolong the treatment of the patient Keep up the good work
2.
Undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
She suffered a fracture in the accident He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars She got a bruise on her leg He got his arm broken in the scuffle
3.
Provide with nourishment
We sustained ourselves on bread and water This kind of food is not nourishing for young children
4.
Supply with necessities and support
She alone sustained her family The money will sustain our good cause There's little to earn and many to keep
5.
Be the physical support of
Carry the weight of The beam holds up the roof He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam What's holding that mirror?
6.
Admit as valid
The court sustained the motion
7.
Establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
His story confirmed my doubts The evidence supports the defendant

Synonyms of sustain:

verb prolong, keep up, continue, uphold, carry on, bear on, preserve
verb suffer, have, get, experience, receive, have, get, undergo
verb nourish, nurture, provide, supply, ply, cater
verb keep, maintain, have, have got, hold
verb hold, support, hold up
verb admit, acknowledge
verb confirm, corroborate, substantiate, support, affirm

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