Uphold: meaning, definitions and examples

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uphold

[ ʌpˈhəʊld ]

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in law

To support or maintain a decision or law, or to keep it in place.

Synonyms

approve, confirm, endorse, validate

Examples of usage

The judge upheld the jury's verdict.
The Supreme Court upheld the lower court's ruling.

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in morals

To uphold something means to defend or support it, especially when it is being criticized or attacked.

Synonyms

defend, maintain, protect, support

Examples of usage

She always upholds her principles no matter what.
He upholds the values of honesty and integrity.

Translations

Translations of the word "uphold" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sustentar

🇮🇳 समर्थन करना

🇩🇪 aufrechterhalten

🇮🇩 menegakkan

🇺🇦 підтримувати

🇵🇱 podtrzymywać

🇯🇵 支持する (しじする)

🇫🇷 maintenir

🇪🇸 mantener

🇹🇷 sürdürmek

🇰🇷 지지하다 (jiji-hada)

🇸🇦 يدعم (yudam)

🇨🇿 podporovat

🇸🇰 podporovať

🇨🇳 支持 (zhīchí)

🇸🇮 podpirati

🇮🇸 styðja

🇰🇿 қолдау

🇬🇪 დადგა

🇦🇿 dəstəkləmək

🇲🇽 mantener

Word origin

The word 'uphold' originated from the combination of 'up' and 'hold'. The concept of 'upholding' something has been present in various languages and cultures throughout history, as the idea of supporting or maintaining a decision or principle is fundamental to human society. The word has evolved over time to encompass both legal and moral contexts, reflecting the importance of standing by one's beliefs and commitments.