1. uphold - verb
· keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition"; "Carry on the old traditions"
Synonym(s): continue, carry_on, bear_on, preserve
Hypernym(s): keep, maintain, hold
2. uphold - verb
· stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
Hypernym(s): defend, support, fend_for
3. uphold - verb
· support against an opponent; "The appellate court upheld the verdict"
Synonym(s): maintain
Hypernym(s): confirm, reassert
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