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supportive

adjective C1 Formal

Meaning

Characterized by an inclination to provide assistance, encouragement, or emotional backing, particularly in contexts that foster personal growth, resilience, or collaborative endeavors; often implies a proactive stance in nurturing others' development or
💡 While "supportive" is often used in personal contexts, it can also apply to organizational or systemic frameworks that facilitate growth and collaboration; care should be taken to distinguish between passive and active forms of support.

Example Sentences

She was very supportive during the difficult project at work .
The manager was very supportive during the team ’ s project challenges .

Common Phrases

supportive environment supportive role supportive relationships

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