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UPHELD

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Upheld.

Upheld - as a verb

Keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

Example: "Preserve the peace in the family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bear oncontinuepreserve
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
holdkeepmaintain
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals

Support against an opponent

Example: "The appellate court upheld the verdict"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maintain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
confirmreassert
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The judge upheld the jury's decision."
"The Supreme Court upheld the lower court's ruling."
"He upheld the values of honesty and integrity throughout his career."
"The committee upheld the regulations regarding safety standards."
"She upheld her promise to always support her friends."
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Word Game Points

Is UPHELD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, upheld is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UPHELD has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is UPHELD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, upheld is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UPHELD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is UPHELD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, upheld is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UPHELD has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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