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ACT Exam Literacy - Support

Here you will learn some English words related to support, such as "reliance", "patron", "substantiate", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
to advocate

to publicly support or recommend something

Ex: Parents often advocate for improvements in the education system for the benefit of their children .
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to champion

to support, defend, or fight for a cause, principle, or person

Ex: She tirelessly championed environmental conservation , leading various initiatives .
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to encourage

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

Ex: The supportive community rallied together to encourage the local artist , helping her believe in her talent and pursue a career in the arts .
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to uphold
to uphold
[Verb]

to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last

Ex: She is upholding the principles of fairness and justice in her decisions .
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to further

to advance the progress or growth of something

Ex: The team is currently furthering their understanding of market trends .
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to motivate

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

Ex: The organization has successfully motivated individuals to participate in various charitable activities .
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to actuate

to provide a reason or encouragement that motivates someone to take action

Ex: Recognition for their achievements actuated the team to strive for even greater success .
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to facilitate

to help something, such as a process or action, become possible or simpler

Ex: Technology can facilitate communication among team members .
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to cooperate

to work with other people in order to achieve a common goal

Ex: Family members cooperated to organize a successful event .
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to propagate

to cause something, such as an idea or information, to become widely known or spread

Ex: Viral videos can propagate memes and cultural phenomena within hours .
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to endorse

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Ex: The organization endorsed the environmental initiative , promoting sustainable practices .
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to collaborate

to work with someone else in order to create something or reach the same goal

Ex: Teachers and parents collaborated to organize a successful school fundraiser .
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to sustain

to support an opinion, argument, theory, etc. or to prove it's credibility

Ex: She presented facts and research to sustain her position during the debate .
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to substantiate

to add to the strength of something

Ex: The lawyer substantiated his argument with additional evidence .
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to bestow
to bestow
[Verb]

to present or give something, often with a sense of honor or generosity

Ex: The charity event aimed to bestow recognition on the volunteers .
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to endow
to endow
[Verb]

to provide a gift or quality, to someone or something, often implying a permanent gift or quality

Ex: The ancient legend claims that the gods endowed the hero with superhuman strength to defeat the monster .
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to grant
to grant
[Verb]

to let someone have something, especially something that they have requested

Ex: The government granted permission to build on the land .
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to lavish
to lavish
[Verb]

to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

Ex: The fashion designer is lavishing the runway show with intricate designs .
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to enrich
to enrich
[Verb]

to increase wealth or prosperity of an individual or group

Ex: Discovering oil on their land enriched the farmers , transforming them into millionaires overnight .
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to augment

to add to something's value, effect, size, or amount

Ex: The city plans to augment public transportation services in the coming years .
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to indulge

to allow oneself or someone else to enjoy something excessively, often without restraint

Ex: The chef loves to indulge customers with complimentary appetizers to enhance their dining experience .
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upkeep
upkeep
[noun]

the act of providing financial support, food, etc. for a person or animal

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resurgence

the act of bringing something back into active and noticeable existence or prominence

Ex: The community 's efforts resulted in a resurgence of environmental awareness .
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patron
patron
[noun]

an individual who financially supports an artist, charity, cause, etc.

Ex: Recognizing the importance of education , the generous couple became patrons of a scholarship fund , offering financial assistance to deserving students .
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revival
revival
[noun]

the act of bringing something back into active use, attention, or importance after a period of decline or obscurity

Ex: The festival 's success contributed to a revival of tourism in the region .
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salvation
salvation
[noun]

preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss

Ex: The shelter provided salvation for the homeless during the harsh winter months .
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privilege
privilege
[noun]

a special right, immunity or advantage that only a particular person or group has

Ex: They abused their privilege by ignoring the rules .
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proponent
proponent
[noun]

a supporter who usually speaks publicly in favor of a theory, idea, or plan

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testament
testament
[noun]

strong evidence or proof that supports something, emphasizing its validity or significance

Ex: Their long-lasting marriage is testament to their enduring love and commitment .
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reliance
reliance
[noun]

trust and confidence placed in someone or something

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applause
applause
[noun]

the noise people make by clapping, and sometimes shouting, in order to express their enjoyment or approval

Ex: The orchestra received a standing ovation for their exceptional performance.
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supportive
supportive
[Adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: The therapy dog provided supportive companionship to patients in the hospital , offering comfort and emotional support .
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