Synonyms of maintenance

maintenance

noun

ˈmānt-nən(t)s 

as in preservation

the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition

I was hired to perform basic maintenance until the property could be sold

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preservation
• preserving
• upkeep
• conservation
• keep
• conserving
• sustentation
• care and feeding
• support
• conservancy
• sustaining
• protection
• custody
• defense
• guardianship
• safeguarding
• guarding
• safekeeping
• care

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• neglect
• negligence
• disregard
• ignoring
• destruction
• injury
• damage
• inattention
• harm
• demolition
• dereliction
• ruin
• hurt
• ruination

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maintenance

Stretch Gen 2 also includes onboard diagnostics and maintenance tools that allow customers’ own maintenance teams to handle more routine servicing. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026

The office made several recommendations on handling security checks, facilities maintenance, property damage reports, and medical emergencies, among other issues. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

The company is also using AI at its manufacturing plants to reduce maintenance costs; its sales and customer service teams are adopting the technology as well. — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026

Also, consider whether your lawn is mostly healthy and simply needs better maintenance. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026