Definitions for uphold
Overview of verb uphold
The verb uphold has 3 senses? (first 3 from tagged texts)
1. (7) continue, uphold, carry on, bear on, preserve
(keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition"; "Carry on the old traditions")
2. (5) uphold
(stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals)
3. (4) uphold, maintain
(support against an opponent; "The appellate court upheld the verdict")
