Definition of bear up
intransitive verb
:to summon up courage, resolution, or strength
- bearing up under the strain
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Examples of bear up in a Sentence
repeatedly borne up in times of adversity by his faith
First Known Use of bear up
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bear up Synonyms
Synonyms
encourage, buck up, buoy (up), cheer (up), chirk (up), embolden, hearten, inspire, inspirit, steelAntonyms
daunt, discourage, dishearten, dispiritRelated Words
animate, enliven, invigorate; enforce, fortify, reinforce (also reenforce), strengthen; assure, reassure; boost, energize, excite, galvanize, provoke, quicken, rally, stimulate, stirNear Antonyms
demoralize, depress, sadden; debilitate, enfeeble, hamstring, undermine, weaken; intimidate, psych (out)Learn More about bear up
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