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sustenance vs sustain

sustain vs sustenance

sustenance is a noun but sustain is not a noun.

sustenance is not a verb while sustain is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sustenance Yes No No No
sustain No No Yes No
sustenance (noun) sustain (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
sustenance (verb) sustain (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 sustenance and sustain

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