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sustained

UK //səˈsteɪnd//US //səˈsteɪnd//

词源

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”。

adjective

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。)

同义词:continuous, prolonged, uninterrupted, enduring, persistent

verb

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。)

同义词:maintain, support, uphold, preserve, nourish

常见短语

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。)