in support of

preposition
UK: /ɪn səˈpɔːt ɒv/
US: /ɪn səˈpɔːrt ʌv/

  1. Agreeing with or approving of someone or something.

    1. I am in support of the new law.
    2. The local council is in support of the project, citing its long-term benefits for residents.

  2. Helping or giving assistance to someone or something.

    1. We are in support of her idea.
    2. The community came together in support of the family after the devastating fire.

Synonyms

for backing pro
in support of adverb

  1. Expressing agreement with a cause, person, or idea.

    1. Many march in support of peace.
    2. Several groups rallied in support of the bill aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "in support of" in English means: Agreeing with or approving of someone or something., Helping or giving assistance to someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "in support of" is /ɪn səˈpɔːt ɒv/ in British English and /ɪn səˈpɔːrt ʌv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "in support of": for, backing, pro.

Example usage of "in support of": "I am in support of the new law.". More examples on the page.