Synonyms of maintained

maintained 1 of 2

adjective

as in kept-up

Related Words

• kept-up
• reconstructed
• cared-for
• rebuilt
• patched
• mended
• fresh
• brand-new
• new
• spiffy
• spruce
• smart

Dissimilar Words

• neglected
• dilapidated
• shabby
• mean
• miserable
• scruffy
• tacky
• abandoned
• dumpy
• threadbare
• scrubby
• seedy
• tumbledown
• tatty
• mangy
• sleazy
• grungy
• timeworn
• ratty
• unkept
• down-at-the-heels
• beat-up
• run-down
• dog-eared
• moth-eaten
• bombed-out
• tatterdemalion
• desolate
• forlorn
• godforsaken

maintained

2 of 2

verb

past tense of maintain

1

as in preserved

to keep in good condition

he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preserved
• conserved
• saved
• protected
• defended
• restored
• kept up
• sustained
• guarded
• safeguarded
• rebuilt
• serviced
• managed
• supported
• shielded
• reconstructed
• rehabilitated
• cured
• remedied
• screened
• husbanded
• fixed
• patched
• healed
• cared (for)
• rejuvenated
• mended

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignored
• neglected
• destroyed
• disregarded
• broke
• hurt
• damaged
• impaired
• injured
• ruined
• harmed
• wrecked

2

as in defended

to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections

part of debating is learning to maintain your position in the face of harsh challenges

Synonyms & Similar Words

• defended
• justified
• upheld
• supported
• advocated
• asserted
• affirmed
• confirmed
• proclaimed
• stuck up for
• discussed
• championed
• insisted
• stood up for
• stated
• contended
• argued
• emphasized
• pleaded
• claimed
• espoused
• vindicated
• averred
• professed
• protested
• underscored
• warranted
• debated
• underlined
• stressed
• avowed
• avouched

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abandoned
• withdrew
• retracted
• reversed
• switched
• forsook
• abjured
• took back
• recanted
• refuted
• rebutted
• disproved
• controverted

3

as in kept

to pay the living expenses of

we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse

Synonyms & Similar Words

• kept
• supported
• provided (for)
• funded
• financed
• took care of
• sponsored
• patronized
• footed the bill (for)
• staked
• set up
• underwrote

4

as in argued

to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration

she continued to maintain that a sewing machine would end up paying for itself since she could make her own clothes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• argued
• contended
• reasoned
• asserted
• pleaded
• insisted
• explained
• convinced
• mentioned
• justified
• claimed
• suggested
• considered
• persuaded
• cited
• affirmed
• enforced
• proposed
• submitted
• defended
• offered
• discussed
• recommended
• adduced
• averred
• advised
• advocated
• urged
• championed
• supported
• gave
• countered
• counseled
• advanced
• refuted
• rationalized
• espoused
• avowed
• debated
• avouched
• rebutted
• disproved
• confuted

5

as in insisted

to state as a fact usually forcefully

he maintains that there is indeed hard evidence for extraterrestrial visitors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• insisted
• claimed
• alleged
• asserted
• contended
• declared
• affirmed
• announced
• argued
• protested
• professed
• proclaimed
• averred
• confirmed
• put forth
• purported
• defended
• warranted
• reasoned
• avowed
• avouched
• justified
• upheld
• rationalized
• broadcast
• vindicated
• reaffirmed
• supported
• persevered
• reasserted

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• denied
• abandoned
• rejected
• challenged
• repudiated
• disclaimed
• negated
• disavowed
• questioned
• disputed
• gainsaid
• disowned
• refuted
• rebutted
• countered
• disproved
• contradicted
• negatived
• confuted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maintained

Verb

Police maintained a heavy security presence at Saturday’s demonstration and moved swiftly to crack down on the unrest. — Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026

Roberts has maintained unwavering trust in Ohtani and believes his bat will come to life as the Dodgers' bid for a third consecutive World Series championship continues. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026

But prosecutors objected and a judge maintained the current briefing schedule ahead of setting a trial date likely for sometime next year. — Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026

Under the plea, Johnson maintained his innocence but conceded there was enough evidence to convict him. — Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026

The 49ers have maintained their dominance while continuing to battle injury at two of their most important positions. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026

How has the gallery navigated ups and downs and maintained the business side? — Lina Lecaro, SPIN, 9 Oct. 2026

On an 85-degree afternoon while parked in the shade, the HomePower 2000 Plus v2 maintained a comfortable 74 degrees inside the camper for between six and seven hours before the battery was depleted. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026

Thomas defenders maintained that slow-motion replays and freeze frames made an accidental collision appear deliberate. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026