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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Relevance

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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 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

Concave center Some pillows have an inward-curving center that has wide side supports.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
In that setting, visibility supports decision-making, and decision-making supports resilience.

— Kannan Kothandaraman, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of supports

Noun

The operator would get a $400,000 annual base fee, as well as incentive fees equal to 7% of gross revenues and food and beverage sales, and 15% of revenue from sponsorships and premium seating, according to the underlying city legislation.

— Tess Riski July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Their Platforms Spending on sports sponsorships is projected to reach nearly $75 billion in 2026, climbing toward $96 billion by 2030.

— Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of sponsorships

Noun

Dudinha had five goals and four assists in 13 matches before suffering a season-ending knee injury while playing for her native Brazil on June 9.

— Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026
Boozer can be the Grizzlies’ leader in points and assists, considering the state of the Memphis roster.

— The Athletic NBA Staff, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of assists

Noun

But Gunther said there were idiosyncratic boosts, such as for event tickets and gambling with the World Cup.

— Alex Harring,Sarah Min, CNBC, 21 July 2026
The compulsion to seek out fun in summer heat is driven by a mix of biological boosts, social conditioning, and psychological relief from winter confinement.

— Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of boosts

Noun

But even with that federal response, nonprofit organizations say private donations remain critical to getting supplies directly into the hands of survivors.

— Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 31 July 2026
During a situation drill at the end of practice, Williams had Rock Ya-Sin all over him and still caught the ball above his head with two hands.

— Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of hands

Noun

The dancers bring the lion to life through coordinated eye and ear movements, acrobatic lifts and flips, showcasing both artistry and athleticism.

— Yu Wang, Mercury News, 26 July 2026
Don’t miss the chance to snag this timeless slim pair on major sale—they’re made from soft, stretchy denim that subtly sculpts and lifts.

— Jordan Julian, InStyle, 24 July 2026