Word
supported
Phoneticssup·port·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/səˈpɔɹtɪd/
UK/səpˈɔːtɪd/
Definitions
01helped or encouraged
A2 · Elementary
v. gave help, money, or encouragement to someone or something.
v. provided assistance, financial backing, or emotional encouragement to a person, cause, or organisation.
“Her family supported her decision to go back to university.”
“The local community supported the initiative by donating both their time and significant financial resources to the renovation project.”
02held up physically
B1 · Intermediate
v. held something up so that it stayed in place and did not fall.
v. bore the weight of an object or structure to keep it in a fixed position.
“The heavy roof was supported by four large stone pillars.”
“The suspension bridge is supported by massive steel cables anchored deep into the bedrock on either side of the river.”
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03proven with evidence
B2 · Upper Intermediate Science Academic
adj. shown to be true by facts or information.
adj. corroborated or substantiated by empirical evidence or logical documentation.
“The scientist's theory was supported by the results of the experiment.”
“The hypothesis remained controversial until it was supported by a series of peer-reviewed studies conducted across multiple independent laboratories.”
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04compatible with technology
B1 · Intermediate Computing Technical
adj. able to work with a specific computer system or piece of software.
adj. compatible with a particular hardware architecture or software environment.
“This video format is not supported by older mobile phones.”
“The latest security patch is only supported on operating systems released within the last three years.”
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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