Supportiveness: meaning, definitions and examples

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supportiveness

 

[ səˈpɔːtɪvnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in interpersonal relationships

The quality of being supportive, helpful, and understanding towards others. It involves offering assistance, encouragement, and comfort to those in need.

Synonyms

encouragement, helpfulness, understanding

Examples of usage

  • She showed great supportiveness by always being there for her friends.
  • His supportiveness during the difficult times was truly appreciated by his family.
Context #2 | Noun

in a work environment

The act of providing assistance, guidance, and resources to colleagues or subordinates in order to help them succeed in their roles.

Synonyms

assistance, guidance, resources

Examples of usage

  • The manager's supportiveness towards the team members contributed to a positive work environment.
  • Colleagues value supportiveness in a leader as it fosters collaboration and growth.

Translations

Translations of the word "supportiveness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apoio

🇮🇳 समर्थन

🇩🇪 Unterstützung

🇮🇩 dukungan

🇺🇦 підтримка

🇵🇱 wsparcie

🇯🇵 支援

🇫🇷 soutien

🇪🇸 apoyo

🇹🇷 destek

🇰🇷 지원

🇸🇦 دعم

🇨🇿 podpora

🇸🇰 podpora

🇨🇳 支持

🇸🇮 podpora

🇮🇸 stuðningur

🇰🇿 қолдау

🇬🇪 მხარდაჭერა

🇦🇿 dəstək

🇲🇽 apoyo

Etymology

The word 'supportiveness' is derived from the verb 'support,' which originated from the Latin word 'supportare,' meaning 'to carry' or 'to sustain.' The suffix '-ness' is added to form the noun 'supportiveness,' emphasizing the quality or state of being supportive. The concept of supportiveness has been valued in various cultures throughout history as an essential trait in fostering positive relationships and teamwork.

See also: insupportable, support, supported, supporter, supporters, supporting, supportive, supportively, supports, unsupportable, unsupported.