supportive — giving encouragement or emotional help
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving encouragement or emotional help
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈpɔːrtɪv/
Korean meaning: 지지하는, 도움이 되는, 격려하는
Korean pronunciation: 서**포**티브
Example Sentences
- My boss is so supportive that she even brought coffee when I worked overtime.
- A supportive friend listens to your problems without judging you.
- The supportive cushion was so comfortable that I fell asleep during the meeting.
supportive
ADJECTIVE//səˈpɔːrtɪv//
giving encouragement or emotional help
A supportive teammate encourages a discouraged player after missing the shot
Stay protective while they stay active!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'supportare' (to carry, bear, or endure), formed by combining 'sub-' (under) and 'portare' (to carry). The suffix '-ive' was added to create the adjective form meaning 'tending to support.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss is so supportive that she even brought coffee when I worked overtime.”
“A supportive friend listens to your problems without judging you.”
“The supportive cushion was so comfortable that I fell asleep during the meeting.”
“Students perform better in a supportive learning environment.”
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