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sustain vs sustenance

sustenance vs sustain

sustain is not a noun while sustenance is a noun.

sustain is a verb but sustenance is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sustain No No Yes No
sustenance Yes No No No
sustain (noun) sustenance (noun)
the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence
a source of materials to nourish the body
the financial means whereby one lives
sustain (verb) sustenance (verb)
undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
admit as valid
supply with necessities and support
provide with nourishment
be the physical support of; carry the weight of
lengthen or extend in duration or space
Difference between sustain and sustenance

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