What is another word for uphold?

Common synonyms for uphold include continue, preserve, maintain, carryon, discontinue.

What is the opposite of uphold?

Antonyms of uphold include violate, disregard, reject, abandon, break.

Synonyms for

Uphold

Verb / ʌˈphəʊld / Another word for uphold — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to support or maintain

Synonyms & similar words

continue preserve maintain carryon discontinue bearon maintain support defend sustain back endorse justify approve validate bolster reinforce strengthen confirm uplift elevate boost enhance advance promote champion

Synonyms by register

Formal

maintain support sustain defend

Informal

back stick up for stand by

Literary

cherish champion advocate

Antonyms

violate disregard reject abandon break neglect betray

Common collocations

uphold the law
uphold justice
uphold standards
uphold the constitution
uphold a decision
uphold a promise
uphold rights

Word family

noun upholder

verb uphold

adjective upholding

Usage note

Uphold is typically used in formal contexts to describe the act of supporting or maintaining something, such as laws, principles, or decisions. It implies a strong commitment to these things.