Pronunciation: [səpˈɔːtɪd] (IPA) 
The word "supported" is spelled with a "t" at the end, even though it may not be pronounced as such. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription, it is written as /səˈpɔːtɪd/, with a schwa sound in the second syllable and a final "t" after the voiced "d" sound. This is because the word is derived from the verb "support", which ends in a "t" sound, and the past tense suffix "-ed" is added to it to form "supported".
Supported (adjective):
1. Assisted or backed by someone or something, providing aid, encouragement, or sustenance. It refers to the state of being aided, upheld, or reinforced, typically in an emotional, physical, or mental sense. When someone is supported, they receive help, guidance, or resources to overcome challenges, achieve goals, or endure difficult circumstances. This assistance can come from various sources, such as friends, family, colleagues, organizations, or institutions.
2. Relating to technology or software, having the required compatibility, updates, or dependencies necessary to function correctly. In this context, supported indicates that a particular application, software, or device is designed to work within a specific system, configuration, or framework. The manufacturer or developer provides technical assistance, troubleshoots issues, and ensures the product's compatibility with different platforms or operating systems.
3. In finance, denoting an investment strategy characterized by investing in companies or assets deemed to have the capability for steady growth or a rising market value. When an investment is described as supported, it means that it is expected to be resilient against market fluctuations due to its underlying fundamentals, such as strong financial performance, solid management, or a favorable economic environment.
Overall, supported conveys the idea of being assisted, reinforced, or confirmed, whether in personal, technological, or financial domains, suggesting a state of reliance or the provision of necessary aid and sustenance.
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The word "supported" is derived from the Old French verb "supporter", which in turn comes from the Latin word "supportare". The Latin term is a combination of "sub", meaning "under" or "up", and "portare", which means "to carry". Therefore, the original meaning of "support" was "to carry from under" or "to bear up". Over time, the term evolved to encompass the broader meaning of providing assistance or backing to someone or something.
