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base support

[/beɪs səˈpɔːrt/]
nounpl: base supports
apoio de base
1. The fundamental assistance or backing provided to sustain an operation, organization, or structure
The military base requires strong base support from the government.
A base militar requer apoio de base forte do governo.
2. In sports, the foundational support system including fans, facilities, and organizational infrastructure
The team's base support has grown significantly this season.
O apoio de base do time cresceu significativamente nesta temporada.
3. In business and politics, the core group of supporters or constituents
The politician relied on their base support to win the election.
O político confiou no seu apoio de base para vencer a eleição.
Synonyms
foundation supportcore supportfundamental backinggrassroots support
Antonyms
oppositionresistanceundermining

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio de base
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
apoio de base
Common in business and sports contexts
Rio de Janeiro
apoio de base
Used in political and sports discussions
Portugal
apoio de base
Standard usage in Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

base support system
strengthen base support
lose base support
build base support from the ground up
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