Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Upholding.
Upholding - 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 oncontinue10preserve13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hold8keep10maintain10Hyponyms (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)
maintain10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
confirm14reassert8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Upholding - as a noun
The act by which something is upheld.
Example Sentences
"The upholding judge made a fair and just decision."
"The upholding jury delivered a unanimous verdict."
"The upholding defense attorney argued passionately for his client's innocence."
"The upholding prosecutor presented compelling evidence against the defendant."
"The upholding witness's testimony was crucial in convicting the criminal."
Word Game Points
Is UPHOLDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, upholding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
UPHOLDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is UPHOLDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, upholding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUPHOLDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is UPHOLDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, upholding is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUPHOLDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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