Synonyms for

Sponsored

Verb / ˈspɑ:nsɜ:d / Another word for sponsored — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to support or finance something, especially an event, activity, or person

Synonyms & similar words

boycott frequent shopat patronise shop patronize buyat sponsor back fund underwrite support finance subsidize endow patronize promote champion advocate endorse sponsorship grant scholarship donate contribute give assist help

Synonyms by register

Formal

endorsed backed patronized commissioned

Informal

paid for bankrolled funded backed

Literary

championed advocated

Antonyms

unsponsored independent unfunded unsupported unsubsidized self-funded

Common collocations

  • sponsored content
  • sponsored post
  • sponsored research
  • sponsored by
  • sponsored event
  • sponsored athlete
  • sponsored link

Word family

noun sponsorship
verb sponsor
adjective sponsored
adverb sponsoringly

Usage note

Often used in the context of funding or support for events, research, or content. Can imply a commercial relationship.

Example sentences

  1. The company sponsored the local soccer team's uniforms.
  2. The government sponsored a program to encourage reading among children.
  3. The school sponsored a bake sale to raise money for the new playground equipment.
  4. The company sponsored a conference on renewable energy.
  5. The organization sponsored a scholarship for students interested in science.

Quotes

  • I have sponsored many athletes who I believe had potential.
  • I sponsored a bill to provide more funding for schools.
  • Sponsorship is a two-way street. The sponsor gets recognition, and the event gets financial support.

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