uphold Antonyms
Meaning of uphold
uphold (v)
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
support against an opponent
uphold (v. t.)
To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.
To keep erect; to support; to sustain; to keep from falling; to maintain.
To aid by approval or encouragement; to countenance; as, to uphold a person in wrongdoing.
uphold Sentence Examples
- Judges uphold the law by enforcing it impartially.
- The constitution upholds the fundamental rights of citizens.
- The school upholds high ethical standards to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Tradition upholds certain values and practices that have been passed down through generations.
- The police uphold the peace by maintaining order and protecting the community.
- The government upholds international agreements by honoring its commitments.
- The journalist upholds the truth by reporting the facts without bias.
- The scientist upholds the integrity of research by conducting it ethically and objectively.
- The military upholds the nation's security by defending it against threats.
- The organization upholds its policies by adhering to its ethical code and procedures.
FAQs About the word uphold
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Judges uphold the law by enforcing it impartially.
The constitution upholds the fundamental rights of citizens.
The school upholds high ethical standards to ensure a positive learning environment.
Tradition upholds certain values and practices that have been passed down through generations.
