BACKINGS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

backings

noun

plural of backing

as in assistances

an act or instance of helping the teacher's backing on the science project was invaluable

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as in auspices

the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking the museum exhibition would not have been possible without corporate backing

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Recent Examples of backings Medium-colored drapes with white plastic backings block about 33% of incoming heat. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026 Medium-colored drapes with white plastic backings cut heat gain by about 33%. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026 Printed via silk screen onto paper, the images sit on aluminum backings that extend above and below them like blades. — Caitlín Doherty, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 The company’s multiple backings have helped the troubled chipmaker bounce back after shares hit the lowest in over a decade earlier this year. — Jaures Yip, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2025

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Noun

Whether those supports prove durable may ultimately depend on whether companies continue to exceed already lofty expectations.

— Alex Shahidi, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
The trunk lid was reinforced and features a huge, adjustable carbon fiber wing mounted on trapezoidal supports.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of supports

Noun

Money, brand deals, sponsorships, festivals, private shows, relationships and access.

— William Earl, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
Keep the traditions alive The financial strain also raises questions about what happens when cultural events dependent on volunteers and sponsorships are repeatedly asked to do more with less.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of sponsorships

Noun

The older, world-weary Jae-hwan (Park Hae-il) leads the City Desk, and investigates the event from a distance with the help of his police source, diligent detective Cheol-goo (Yoo Hai-jin).

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
The store operates with the help of several neighborhood ladies who volunteer their time.

— Debbie Elliott, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of help

Noun

Underdog has no loyalty program, but users can receive promotional tokens, discounts or multiplier boosts instead of bonus bets.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2026
Sullivan saw that his ratings suffered as his competition enjoyed boosts from featuring the young singer.

— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of boosts

Noun

However, a process built around experimentation and human hands — which can only work so fast — becomes complicated as demand accelerates.

— Mary Wenthur, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Among other things, Noohu accused showrunner Ed Brubaker of rubbing his back and of making comments about running his hands through Noohu’s hair.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of hands

Noun

The Seltos has a bigger standard touchscreen, more available driver aids, and more convenience features — such as a power-adjustable driver’s seat or leather upholstery — at a lower price.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
Also found in the hotel room, per the outlet, were a handgun, empty pill capsules, a cup with white residue, sleep aids and THC gummies.

— Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of aids

Noun

Once the fog lifts, temperatures are expected to climb to around 82 degrees, near Kansas City’s average of 81 for this time of year.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026
Summer skiing has been a fixture on Europe’s high Alpine glaciers for decades, but enthusiasts fear this year’s unprecedented heat could cause operators to switch off the lifts in the warmer months for good.

— Rob Hodgetts, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026