supported

• Descreve algo que recebe apoio, amparo ou suporte de alguém ou de algo; também pode indicar algo que é sustentado fisicamente ou que tem respaldo em evidências ou recursos.

Describes something that is held up, sustained, or provided for by someone or something else.

1. Held up or carriedB1formal

   Having physical support from below or from a structure.

   Sustentado

   • The roof is supported by strong wooden beams.
   • The bridge is supported by concrete pillars.
   • The shelf is supported by brackets attached to the wall.

   Sinônimosbracedsustained

   Antônimosunbracedunsupported

2. Backed or endorsedB1formal

   Having assistance, approval, or financial backing from someone or something.

   Apoiado

   • The project is supported by a government grant.
   • Her decision was supported by her family.
   • The charity is supported by donations from the public.

   Sinônimosapprovedbackedfunded

   Antônimosopposedrejectedunsupported

3. Technically compatibleB2formalIT

   Having the necessary hardware, software, or infrastructure to function properly.

   Suportado

   • This operating system is supported by most modern computers.
   • The app is supported on both iOS and Android devices.
   • The new printer is supported by the latest driver update.

   Sinônimoscompatiblecompliantinteroperable

• Verbo que indica dar apoio, ajuda ou aprovação a alguém ou algo; também pode significar sustentar fisicamente ou financeiramente, defender uma causa ou confirmar uma afirmação.

A verb used to indicate the act of providing assistance, encouragement, or backing to someone or something.

1. Provide help or assistanceA2formal

   To help someone or something by giving money, effort, or encouragement.

   Apoiar

   • She supports her family financially.
   • We support the new environmental policy.
   • He supports his favorite football team every weekend.

   Sinônimosaidassistbackbolsterchampionencouragehelpstand bysuccor

   Antônimosblockdiscourageimpedeopposeundermine

2. Hold up physicallyB1formal

   To bear the weight of something or keep it in position.

   Sustentar fisicamente

   • The pillars support the roof of the building.
   • This brace supports your injured leg.
   • The bridge supports heavy traffic daily.

   Sinônimosbearbracecarryholdpropsustainunderpinuphold

3. Confirm or verifyB2formal

   To provide evidence or arguments that confirm something is true.

   Confirmar

   • The data supports our theory.
   • These documents support her claim.
   • His statement supports the witness's account.

   Sinônimosattestback upbear outconfirmcorroborateendorsesubstantiatevalidateverify

   Antônimoscontradictdiscreditdisproverebutrefuteundermine