uphold
verb | /uphold/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to support or maintain (a decision, law, or principle)
uphold
verb | /uphold/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto support or maintain (a decision, law, or principle)
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Synonyms
supportdefendchampionmaintain
Antonyms
betrayabandonundermine
Examples
"The court upheld the previous ruling after review."
"We must uphold standards of fairness in hiring."
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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