uphold definition
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- Uphold is defined as to support or defend, or to keep from sinking. An example of uphold is to protect the right to freedom of speech. An example of uphold is work to keep a ship afloat. uphold. uphold.
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- Definition of sustain. 1  transitive verb. 2  1 : to give support or relief to. 3  2 : to supply with sustenance : nourish. 4  3 : keep up, prolong. 5  4 : to support the weight of : prop; also : to carry or withstand (a weight or pressure) 6  5 : to buoy up sustained by hope. 7  6a : to bear up underb : suffer, undergo sustained heavy losses.
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- cen•sure. 1. strong or vehement expression of disapproval. 2. an official reprimand, as by a legislative body or one of its members. 3. to criticize or reproach in a harsh manner. 4. to give censure. cēnsūra censor's office, assessment]. cen′sur•a•ble, adj.cen′sur•er, n. syn: See abuse.ensure-harsh criticism or disapproval. animadversion. condemnation, disapprobation-an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable; his uncompromising condemnation of racism.
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affirm To ratify, establish, or reassert. To make a solemn and formal declaration, as a substitute for an oath, that the statements contained in an Affidavit are true or that a witness will tell the truth.
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attitude respect - an attitude of admiration or esteem; she lost all respect for him esteem, regard attitude, mental attitude - a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways; he had the attitude that work was fun
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Definition of âensureâ - English Dictionary ensureverb [ T ] The airline is taking steps to ensure safety on its aircraft. [ + (that) ] The role of the police is to ensure (that) the law is obeyed. [ + two objects ] Their 2–0 victory today has ensured the Italian team a place in the Cup Final/ensured a place in the Cup Final for the Italian team.
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amend The definition of amend means to modify or alter something, often for the better. An example of amend is the act of making changes to the U.S. Constitution. to make better; improve. to remove the faults of; correct; emend.
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Obligation An obligation is a course of action that someone is required to take, whether legal or moral. There are also obligations in other normative contexts, such as obligations of etiquette, social obligations, and possibly in terms of politics, where obligations are requirements which must be fulfilled.
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support [Middle English supporten, from Old French supporter, from Latin supportāre, to carry : sub-, from below; see sub- + portāre, to carry; see per- in Indo-European roots.] Synonyms: support, uphold, back1, advocate, champion. These verbs mean to give aid or encouragement to a person or cause. Support is the most general: the policy of Cromwell, who supported the growing power of France against the declining power of Spain (William E.H. Lecky).
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sustain sustain. 1  to support, hold, or bear up from below; bear the weight of, as a structure. 2  to bear (a burden, charge, etc.). 3  to undergo, experience, or suffer (injury, loss, etc.); endure without giving way or yielding. 4  to keep (a person, the mind, the spirits, etc.) from giving way, as under trial or affliction.
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sturdy Adj. 1. sturdy-having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; hardy explorers of northern Canada; proud of her tall stalwart son; stout seamen; sturdy young athletes. hardy, stalwart, stout. robust-sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction; a robust body; a robust perennial.
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- sturdy. (stur′stûr). dē. adj·stur·di, er·stur·di. est. 1 having or showing rugged physical strength or robust: health a sturdy; lifeguard a sturdy. build
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- up·held, up·hold·ing, up·holds. 1  To hold aloft; raise: upheld the banner proudly. 2  To prevent from falling or sinking; support: beams that uphold the roof. 3  To maintain or affirm: uphold a standard of behavior. See Synonyms at support.
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integrity integrity. 1  adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty. 2  the state of being whole, entire, or undiminished: to preserve the integrity of the empire. 3  a sound, unimpaired, or perfect condition: the integrity of a ship's hull.
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- uphold definition, uphold meaning | English dictionary. Search also in: Web News Encyclopedia Images. uphold. vb , -holds, -holding, -held tr. 1 to maintain, affirm, or defend against opposition or challenge. 2 to give moral support or inspiration to.
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- obligation noun [C/U]. › something that a ​person ​feels ​morally or legally ​forced to do: [C] The ​government has an obligation to ​assist ​relief ​efforts. [U] You can just ​look – you’re under no obligation to ​buy. (Definition of obligation from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press).
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- The definition of intact is something that is complete and that has not been damaged in any way. An example of intact is a 36-piece set of military figures that has not been broken. intact. intact.
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integrity Definition of integrity. 1  1 : firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility. 2  2 : an unimpaired condition : soundness. 3  3 : the quality or state of being complete or undivided : completeness.
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adhere vb (intr) 1. (usually foll by to) to stick or hold fast. 2. (foll by to) to be devoted (to a political party, cause, religion, etc); be a follower (of) 3. (foll by to) to follow closely or exactly: adhere to the rules. [C16: via Medieval Latin adhērēre from Latin adhaerēre to stick to] adˈherence n.
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- A Baker's cyst is caused when excess joint fluid is pushed into one of the small sacs of tissue behind the knee. When this sac fills with fluid and bulges out, it is called a cyst. The excess fluid is usually caused by conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis that irritate the knee.
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Obligation An obligation is a course of action that someone is required to take, whether legal or moral. There are also obligations in other normative contexts, such as obligations of etiquette, social obligations, religious and possibly in terms of politics, where obligations are requirements which must be fulfilled. These are generally legal obligations, which can incur a penalty for non-fulfilment, although certain people are obliged to carry out certain actions for other reasons as well, whether as a t
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uphold uphold (third-person singular simple present upholds, present participle upholding, simple past upheld, past participle upheld or (archaic) upholden) 1  To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate. 2  To keep erect; to support; to sustain; to keep from falling; to maintain. 3  To support by approval or encouragement.
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Benefits of One to Two Cups of Green Tea Polyphenols which reduce amylase production also decrease blood sugar levels. Unchecked, high blood sugar levels can lead to diabetes among other serious illnesses. The PCOM reports just 1 cup of green tea reduces amylase production by 87 percent.
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- verb (used with object) 1. to state or assert positively; maintain as true: to affirm one's loyalty to one's country; He affirmed that all was well. 2. to confirm or ratify: The appellate court affirmed the judgment of the lower court.
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Harbor Fees Survey by Port The monthly fee for a 40’ moored transient vessel is $150 $480 or $810 depending on season. While not possible to pay a monthly fee at one visit (and not possible to stay for a month on a mooring May 1—October 31), the rate is shown here for comparison purposes.
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- Police enforce the law. verb. To enforce is described as to compel someone to abide by a rule, law or order. When the police compel you to obey speed limits or else get a ticket, this is an example of a situation where the police enforce the law.