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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for backings

Noun

The result is a feedback loop where leadership sets aggressive targets, teams present a rosier picture than reality supports and leadership then makes the next round of decisions on inflated data.

— Nacho De Marco, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Securitize's platform supports tokenization of traditional assets like stocks and funds.

— Paulina Likos, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of supports

Noun

Goddard has played a key role in the production company’s diversification, finding new ways to monetize Argonon’s 5,800-hour catalog across brand partnerships, sponsorships, FAST channels, digital and podcasts.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026
The speaking series is funded through ticket sales, sponsorships and donations.

— Neal Riley, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of sponsorships

Noun

Paternity leave assists in the mother’s recovery and contributes to less of an increase in stress and depression than for mothers whose partners didn’t take leave.

— Megan Kuykendoll, The Conversation, 28 Sep. 2026
Atlanta Dream guard Jordin Canada delivered 10 points and 10 assists during a 92-77 win over the Washington Mystics.

— Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of assists

Noun

After the game, manager Hinch spoke about planning the special moment ahead of Verlander’s official retirement with the help of Upton.

— Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026
Slowly, over the last two decades, more people received insurance coverage to pay for medical help to have a baby.

— Sarah Elizabeth Richards, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of help

Noun

Because high-potency vapes drive up physical tolerance, standard quitting aids — like over-the-counter patches or nicotine gum — can sometimes feel inadequate to a user seeking immediate relief.

— Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of aids

Noun

The lifts are scheduled in the mornings and take between 8 to 12 minutes on average.

— Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026
In Surf City, New Jersey, water rose inside a marina where workers had moved equipment to higher ground, and owner Kenny Formica said customers reported boats and Jet Skis missing or blown from their lifts.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026