Entry Word: uphold

Function: verb

Meaning: 1 to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections <determined to uphold her views in the face of all challenges> — see maintain 2
2 to hold up or serve as a foundation for <an official who is pledged to uphold the laws of the land> — see support 3
3 to move from a lower to a higher place or position <worshipers upheld their joined hands and sang the praises of the Lord> — see raise 1