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 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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for backings

Noun

The program spends more than $100 billion each year on long-term services and supports, Andrew Biggs, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, a conservative think tank based in Washington, wrote in July.

— Lorie Konish, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
Its supports touch down like elephant feet, bolstering what could be a mammoth spacecraft, landing delicately next to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of supports

Noun

Zara hasn’t responded to THR‘s request for comment — Gala sponsorships traditionally aren’t announced until late fall — but there are breadcrumbs.

— Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
Herman was responsible for brand development, marketing, publicity, promotion and sponsorships.

— Tom Tapp, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of sponsorships

Noun

The first-year pro had a 16-point game against the Philadelphia 76ers and dished out nine assists twice.

— Tony East, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Amahl Pellegrino added some insurance with a shorthanded goal in the second half, Anders Dreyer had two assists and San Diego FC went on to beat the Galaxy 3-1 on Saturday night.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of assists

Noun

For example, expressing appreciation for past help or thanking the doctor for their time was more helpful than emphasizing sadness or frustration.

— Paul Hsieh, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Some operators said they were forced to take out personal loans, ask family for financial help, and empty out their savings accounts.

— Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of help

Noun

Now, to the handwashing shortcomings, such as a cashier handling customer’s payment, then preparing drinks and serving plates of food to customers without washing hands (cash and payment cards tend to be germ motherships).

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026
But as the years passed and the historic farm in Gladstone underwent expansions and ownership changes, eventually landing in the hands of the city, it was transformed into a historical landmark and museum.

— Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of hands

Noun

This supports the hypothesis that their coloration likely facilitates more efficient absorption of solar radiation and aids thermoregulation.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026
Standard Medicare doesn’t cover hearing aids, so the cost falls to the family.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of aids

Noun

Wednesday’s arrest made four of a kind for Smith, whose Dream Body Retreat caters to women receiving Brazilian butt lifts, tummy tucks, breast jobs and other procedures at one of Miami’s many office surgery centers.

— DAVID J. NEAL, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026
The crane is expected to tackle some of the heaviest lifts required by nuclear power plants, energy sites and offshore wind farms.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026