UPBRAIDED Antonyms

• established by authority; given authoritative approval

• sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)

• held up or having the weight borne especially from below

• clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

• express that something is worthy of praise

• express approbation of

• present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence

• give to in charge

• express a good opinion of

• mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship

• argue or speak in defense of

• be on the defensive; act against an attack

• protect against a challenge or attack

• fight against or resist strongly

• protect or fight for as a champion

• be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

• state or assert

• be behind; approve of

• give support or one's approval to

• guarantee as meeting a certain standard

• sign as evidence of legal transfer

• praise, glorify, or honor

• praise, glorify, or honor

• an expression of approval and commendation

• offering words of homage as an act of worship

• express approval of