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