support group

noun

: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another

Examples of support group in a Sentence

He joined an alcoholics' support group.

Recent Examples on the Web

With Lassiter’s help, Jack and Sue Roberts started a support group for Parkinson’s patients and their spouses. — Nicole Borman, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Gilbert Silverman served for years on the DIA’s board of directors, while Lila Silverman held leadership roles with several museum support groups. — Daniel Cassady For Artnews, Robb Report, 28 July 2026

Gilbert hails her support group in Houston for helping her gain a new perspective on the situation. — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Her spot at the support group, which now lights a blue candle with her name etched onto it before every meeting. — Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 18 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for support group

• intergroup
• intragroup
• multigroup
• semigroup
• serogroup
• supergroup
• coop
• coupe
• croup
• droop
• drupe
• dupe

Medical Definition

support group

noun

: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another