Upholding: meaning, definitions and examples

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upholding

 

[ ʌpˈhoʊldɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

law

Upholding means to support or defend a decision or law.

Synonyms

defend, maintain, support

Examples of usage

  • The Supreme Court upheld the lower court's ruling.
  • She is committed to upholding the values of justice and equality.
Context #2 | Verb

morality

Upholding can also refer to maintaining a standard or principle.

Synonyms

maintain, preserve, sustain

Examples of usage

  • He believes in upholding honesty in all his dealings.
  • Our company is dedicated to upholding ethical business practices.

Translations

Translations of the word "upholding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manutenção

🇮🇳 बनाए रखना

🇩🇪 Aufrechterhaltung

🇮🇩 menjaga

🇺🇦 підтримка

🇵🇱 utrzymanie

🇯🇵 維持

🇫🇷 maintien

🇪🇸 mantenimiento

🇹🇷 sürdürme

🇰🇷 유지

🇸🇦 الحفاظ

🇨🇿 udržování

🇸🇰 udržiavanie

🇨🇳 维持

🇸🇮 ohranjanje

🇮🇸 viðhald

🇰🇿 сақтау

🇬🇪 შენარჩუნება

🇦🇿 qoruma

🇲🇽 mantenimiento

Etymology

The word 'upholding' originated from the combination of 'up' and 'hold,' suggesting the idea of maintaining or supporting something in a higher position. The concept of upholding has been prevalent in various aspects of society, including law, morality, and values, reflecting the importance of steadfast support and adherence to principles.

See also: held, hold, holder, holders, holding, holdings, holdup, uphold, withhold, withholding.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,478, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.