
好词典

源自拉丁语 'sustinēre',由 'sub-'(在...之下)和 'tenēre'(持有)组成,原意为“支撑”或“维持”。
❶ 持续不断的,指某种状态或活动在较长时间内保持不中断,强调延续性和稳定性。
“The team showed sustained effort throughout the match.”
(整场比赛中,这支队伍都保持着持续的努力。)
“Her sustained interest in science led to a successful career.”
(她对科学的持久兴趣促成了她成功的职业生涯。)
❶ 维持或支持,指通过提供必要的资源或条件使某事物继续存在或运作。
“The small business was sustained by loyal customers.”
(这家小企业依靠忠实的顾客得以维持。)
“A healthy diet helps sustain energy levels throughout the day.”
(健康的饮食有助于维持一整天的能量水平。)
sustained damage — 指某物因外力或长期使用而遭受的持续损害,通常强调损害的程度和持久性。
“The building sustained significant damage in the earthquake.”
(这座建筑在地震中遭受了严重的损坏。)
sustained effort — 指长时间内不间断的努力,强调坚持和毅力。
“Success requires sustained effort over time.”
(成功需要长期持续的努力。)