sustained — continuing for an extended period of time without interruption
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: continuing for an extended period of time without interruption
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈsteɪnd/
Korean meaning: 지속적인, 계속되는
Korean pronunciation: 서**스테**인드
Example Sentences
- My mom's sustained nagging about cleaning my room finally worked.
- The team's sustained performance led them to the championship.
- After sustained laughter at the comedy show, my cheeks hurt.
sustained
ADJECTIVE//səˈsteɪnd//
continuing for an extended period of time without interruption
continuing for an extended period of time without interruption
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The light sustained and maintained, while hope is contained!
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Origin
From Latin 'sustinere' meaning 'to hold up' or 'to support,' combined with the suffix '-ed' to form the past participle. The Latin root combines 'sub-' (under) and 'tenere' (to hold).
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“My mom's sustained nagging about cleaning my room finally worked.”
“The team's sustained performance led them to the championship.”
“After sustained laughter at the comedy show, my cheeks hurt.”
“The patient needs sustained medical care for recovery.”
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