PROVIDED (FOR) Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

provided (for)

verb

Definition of provided (for)

past tense of provide (for)

as in allowed (for)

to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) the rules provide for emergency situations, spelling out certain exceptions

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as in supported

to pay the living expenses of sufficient income to provide for his ever growing family

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Much of the land along the Rio Grande to the east and west of the national park is considered private property.

— Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
This group will meet with developers to ensure the community's input is considered in the project.

— Julia Avant, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of considered

Verb

The aircraft carrier reached the Middle East in January and has since supported the US war against Iran including the blockade on Iranian ports.

— Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
The Ravens, however, have consistently supported Loop and downplayed the need to bring in another kicker.

— Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of supported

Verb

Additionally, the marine level’s compression is not likely to be as significant as the National Weather Service anticipated last week, because of low pressure expected in the upper reaches of the atmosphere.

— Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026
Though sent back to the minors, his return to the big leagues is anticipated soon.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of anticipated

Verb

Across Africa, political elites have often sought healthcare or maintained homes abroad, even as public services at home struggle.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
But the team has maintained its commitment to San Antonio and framed its expansion into Austin as a plan to make the two cities one massive market.

— Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

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