Cool MateMeaning of Sustained
Maintained at a certain level, especially over time.
In simple words: Kept going for a long time without stopping.
Sustained in a sentence
- The athlete achieved a sustained effort throughout the race.
- She has sustained a high level of performance this season.
- The project requires sustained funding to be successful.
- His sustained interest in the subject surprised everyone.
- The debate needed sustained attention from the audience.
- Scientists observed sustained changes in climate data over the years.
How to use Sustained
Used in formal contexts, especially in science or discussions about health. Avoid in casual conversations about small, everyday tasks.
Grammar pattern
sustained + object
Memory hint
Think of 'sustain' as keeping something alive, like a sustained note in music.
Related words
Collocations with Sustained
- sustained effort
- sustained attention
- sustained growth
- sustained period
- sustained increase
Synonyms for Sustained
- maintained
- continued
- enduring
- persistent
- prolonged
Opposites of Sustained
- interrupted
- discontinued
- temporary
Common mistakes with Sustained
- Confused with 'sustaining,' which implies the act of maintaining.
- Incorrectly used as a synonym for 'sustenance' which refers to food or nourishment.
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Frequently asked questions about Sustained
What does Sustained mean?
Kept going for a long time without stopping.
What is the definition of Sustained?
Maintained at a certain level, especially over time.
How do you use Sustained in a sentence?
The athlete achieved a sustained effort throughout the race.
Can you give another example of Sustained?
She has sustained a high level of performance this season.
What are synonyms for Sustained?
Common alternatives include maintained, continued, enduring, persistent, prolonged.
What is the opposite of Sustained?
Opposite meanings include interrupted, discontinued, temporary.
What words go with Sustained?
It commonly pairs with sustained effort, sustained attention, sustained growth, sustained period, sustained increase.
What are common mistakes when using Sustained?
Confused with 'sustaining,' which implies the act of maintaining. Incorrectly used as a synonym for 'sustenance' which refers to food or nourishment.
How do you pronounce Sustained?
US: //səˈsteɪnd//, UK: //səˈsteɪnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sustained?
Used in formal contexts, especially in science or discussions about health. Avoid in casual conversations about small, everyday tasks.