Synonyms of maintains

maintains

verb

present tense third-person singular of maintain

1

as in preserves

to keep in good condition

he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preserves
• conserves
• saves
• protects
• defends
• restores
• sustains
• manages
• keeps up
• supports
• safeguards
• rebuilds
• guards
• services
• reconstructs
• shields
• husbands
• rehabilitates
• heals
• cares (for)
• cures
• rejuvenates
• remedies
• fixes
• screens
• patches
• mends

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• neglects
• disregards
• destroys
• breaks
• hurts
• impairs
• injures
• damages
• harms
• ruins
• wrecks

2

as in defends

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

• defends
• justifies
• upholds
• supports
• asserts
• affirms
• advocates
• confirms
• proclaims
• insists
• discusses
• emphasizes
• sticks up for
• contends
• stands up for
• argues
• espouses
• professes
• pleads
• claims
• states
• champions
• avers
• underlines
• vindicates
• underscores
• avows
• stresses
• debates
• warrants
• protests
• avouches

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abandons
• withdraws
• forsakes
• retracts
• reverses
• switches
• takes back
• abjures
• refutes
• recants
• disproves
• rebuts
• controverts

3

as in supports

to pay the living expenses of

we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supports
• keeps
• provides (for)
• underwrites
• takes care of
• finances
• funds
• sponsors
• foots the bill (for)
• patronizes
• stakes
• sets up

4

as in argues

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

• argues
• contends
• asserts
• insists
• pleads
• reasons
• explains
• convinces
• justifies
• mentions
• suggests
• claims
• persuades
• considers
• cites
• affirms
• enforces
• proposes
• offers
• defends
• submits
• recommends
• gives
• discusses
• avers
• advises
• urges
• adduces
• supports
• espouses
• avows
• refutes
• advocates
• counsels
• advances
• counters
• rationalizes
• disproves
• debates
• avouches
• rebuts
• champions
• confutes

5

as in insists

to state as a fact usually forcefully

he maintains that there is indeed hard evidence for extraterrestrial visitors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• insists
• alleges
• claims
• asserts
• contends
• declares
• affirms
• announces
• professes
• argues
• proclaims
• purports
• avers
• avows
• protests
• confirms
• defends
• puts forth
• warrants
• justifies
• rationalizes
• upholds
• reasons
• avouches
• reaffirms
• broadcasts
• reasserts
• vindicates
• perseveres
• supports

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• denies
• abandons
• rejects
• negates
• disclaims
• repudiates
• disavows
• challenges
• refutes
• contradicts
• disputes
• counters
• gainsays
• disproves
• disowns
• rebuts
• questions
• negatives
• confutes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maintains

And because the stretch is mechanical rather than synthetic, this construction maintains its comfort and flexibility over time. — Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026

In theory, the paper maintains its independence through a 1994 congressional framework and First Amendment protections safeguarded by Congress. — Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Critics decry the move as capitulation to Trump, but the prime minister maintains Canada is in a good position and that such exemptions would jump-start further trade talks. — Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Vinegar neutralizes odor-causing bacteria, while baking soda maintains freshness. — The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026

Bally's maintains capital resources to continue to build and deliver on our obligations under the Host Community Agreement between the City of Chicago and Bally's. — Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

Typically prone to frizziness and puffiness the moment there’s a whiff of humidity in the air, Color Wow’s Extra Strength Dream Coat spray maintains sleekness like no other—a necessity to keep my hair shiny and smooth until my next wash day. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026

Further, Wrigley View Rooftop maintains, cases involving radio broadcasts and other transmissions of information are not analogous. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Aug. 2026

The property also uses non-toxic, sustainable cleaning products, offers recycling programs and composting, maintains a refill station to reduce single-use plastics, and sells eco-friendly products in the retail area. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026