supportive
adj.giving help, encouragement, or sympathy to someone who needs it. You are supportive when you listen to a friend's problems or help them reach a goal.
adj.providing encouragement, emotional help, or practical assistance to another person. Often describes a person's character or the nature of a relationship.
“My family is very supportive of my new career.”
“The manager was incredibly supportive when I needed to take time off for a family emergency.”
“Creating a supportive environment in the workplace is essential for maintaining high levels of employee retention and overall mental well-being during periods of intense structural change.”
Commonly followed by the preposition 'of' when identifying the object of the support.
When identifying the person or idea being helped, use the preposition 'of' rather than 'for'.
Usage highly supportive · supportive environment · supportive evidence
“Mitie said safety was the "highest priority" and it maintained "a safe, secure and supportive environment for prisoners, colleagues and visitors".”
“Both the victim and Wood lived across the street from each other in supportive housing for people with mental disabilities.”
Common in history writing