Sustained (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of an electric arc) continuous; "heat transfer to the anode in free burning arcs".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- A sustained arc occurred when the electrodes continued to conduct electricity, transferring heat to the surrounding materials.
- The sustained electric arc transferred heat to the anode in free burning arcs at an extremely high rate.
- Heat transfer to the anode in sustained arcs was found to be significantly higher than in those that were intermittent.
- In free-burning arcs, the sustained current flow generated a stable plasma that transferred heat to the surrounding electrodes.
- Free-burning arcs with sustained voltage levels produced high temperature plasma that consistently transferred heat to the anode.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Maintained at length without interruption or weakening; "sustained flight".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The orchestra played a sustained melody that captivated the audience throughout the performance.
- She managed to hold a sustained conversation with the client for over an hour without ever losing their interest.
- The company has reported sustained growth in profits over the past five years, thanks to its innovative business strategies.
- The athlete was able to maintain a sustained pace throughout the marathon, ultimately winning the competition.
- The sustained applause from the crowd expressed their admiration for the actor's moving performance.