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UPHOLD

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Uphold.

Uphold - 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

"She promised to uphold the values of honesty and integrity."
"It is the duty of the judge to uphold the law."
"The organization has a responsibility to uphold the rights of its members."
"We must uphold the principles of justice and equality."
"He vowed to uphold and defend the constitution."
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Word Game Points

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

UPHOLD has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

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

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

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