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Synonyms for (noun) sustenance

Synonyms: sustainment, sustenance, sustentation, upkeep, maintenance Definition: the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence Usage: they were in want of sustenance; fishing was their main sustainment

Hypernyms: support Definition: the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities Usage: his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times

Synonyms: victuals, aliment, alimentation, nourishment, nutriment, nutrition, sustenance Definition: a source of materials to nourish the body

Hypernyms: nutrient, food Definition: any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

Synonyms: bread and butter, livelihood, living, keep, support, sustenance Definition: the financial means whereby one lives Usage: each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support; he could no longer earn his own livelihood

Hypernyms: resource Definition: available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed