Definition of Support
A price level where buying pressure historically prevents the price from falling further. Support levels are identified on charts as areas where price has bounced upward multiple times.
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Term
Support
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Category
Analysis
Short answer
A price level where buying pressure historically prevents the price from falling further.
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Example
Apply the definition: restate “Support” in one sentence tied to your next trade (symbol, direction, size, stop). If you cannot, re-read the definition above.
Common mistake
Common mistake: using “Support” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.
Professional tip
Tip: bookmark this “Support” page and reopen it when reading broker specs so definitions stay consistent.
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FAQ
A price level where buying pressure historically prevents the price from falling further.
Knowing the precise definition of “Support” prevents platform and broker-spec mistakes—a common source of size and cost errors.
Common mistake: using “Support” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.