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supportative for
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word 'supportative' is not correct in written English.
The correct word is 'supportive'. Example: His words were very supportive for my decision to change careers.
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Usage summary
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
The challenge of the next 20 years will be for us to create strong public services that support and enable the development of communities that are mutually supportative to their members and resilient to the sustainability challenges that will come from the financial, social and environmental challenges facing us all.
News & Media
Treatment of radiation effects by them included general supportative measures such as rest and high vitamin and caloric diets.
Academia
"For hours, for hours.
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For sure, for sure.
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"For — " "For being rough".
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For sale for £2.7m.
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For university, for fiancé, for boyfriend".
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For hitting.
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For Barcelona.
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For Levittown".
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"For talking!
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct adjective form "supportive" instead of "supportative". For instance, say "supportive of" instead of "supportative for".
Common error
Avoid using the word "supportative" as it's not a recognized word in standard English. Instead, use the adjective "supportive", which correctly conveys the meaning of providing support.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase is intended to function as an adjective modifying a noun, indicating a characteristic of providing support. However, as Ludwig AI indicates, "supportative" is not a correct word. The correct adjective form is "supportive".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "supportative for" is grammatically incorrect; the correct adjective is "supportive". As Ludwig AI points out, "supportative" is not a recognized word in standard English. Therefore, it is crucial to use "supportive" instead, typically followed by "of" to indicate what is being supported (e.g., "supportive of the initiative"). This correction ensures clarity and grammatical accuracy in writing. While no examples of "supportative for" were found in the provided data, focusing on the correct usage of "supportive" will significantly improve the quality and credibility of your writing. Alternatives like "helpful for" or "beneficial for" can also be used depending on the intended nuance.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
supportive of
Replaces "supportative" with the correct adjective "supportive" and uses the correct preposition "of".
providing support for
Uses a verb phrase to convey the act of supporting, making it grammatically sound.
helpful for
Offers a more general term for aiding or assisting.
beneficial for
Highlights the positive effects or advantages.
aiding in
A more formal way of saying "helping with".
assisting with
Similar to 'aiding in', but perhaps slightly more common.
backing for
Implies active and public support.
in favor of
Expresses approval and endorsement.
promoting
Suggests actively encouraging or furthering something.
advocating for
Implies strong and vocal support.
FAQs
What is the correct word to use instead of "supportative"?
The correct word to use is "supportive". For example, you would say "supportive of" rather than "supportative for".
How do I use "supportive" in a sentence?
You can use "supportive" in sentences like: "She was very "supportive of" my decision." or "They offer a "supportive environment" for new employees."
What's the difference between "supportive" and "supportative"?
"Supportive" is the correct adjective meaning providing support. "Supportative" is not a standard English word and should not be used.
Are there any synonyms for ""supportive of""?
Yes, you can use phrases like "in favor of", "encouraging of", or "helpful to" depending on the specific context.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested