mainstay

The word “mainstay” has 2 syllables: main-stay

It's pronounced as /meɪnsteɪ/

What is synonym and antonym for mainstay?

In the thesaurus, “mainstay” has 31 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for mainstay along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for mainstay

noun
1. A chief support.
2. Someone or something that can be depended on to make a regular contribution.
3. A stabilising rope from the top of the mainmast to the bottom of the foremast.

The elderly couple's love and support for each other has been the mainstay of their marriage for over fifty years.
In many cultures, rice is a dietary mainstay and is consumed with almost every meal.
The veteran player has been a mainstay of the team, providing leadership and consistency on the field.
The local bakery has been a mainstay in the community for generations, known for its delicious pastries and friendly service.
Education is often considered the mainstay of economic development and social progress in a society.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms or another words to mainstay, such as: anchor, anchorage, backbone, bolsterer, brace, bulwark, buttress.

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