Synonyms of preserves

preserves

verb

present tense third-person singular of preserve

as in conserves

to keep in good condition

vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preserves

Eating produce that has gone through fewer steps of production preserves the flavor, health benefits and freshness, Anderson said, which is something low-income and Black communities have historically lacked access to. — Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

Some wellness and longevity advocates claim that nicotine preserves cognitive function, slows biological aging or promotes longevity. — Hasmeena Kathuria, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026

Every city, every landscape, and every community preserves its own traditions, customs, culinary heritage, and unique interpretation of beauty. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

This claim preserves the right of Charlie Kirk's family to pursue accountability for Charlie's death. — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

The platform, called Preserving Assisi, is free to access and digitally preserves the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi’s architecture, as well as its masterpieces by Giotto, Cimabue, Simone Martini, and Pietro Lorenzetti. — Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Same-day or near-real-time review preserves the clinician’s ability to recall what got left out while the encounter is still fresh. — Pat Williams, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Gentle, frequent cleaning preserves the glossy look and prevents long-term discoloration. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 13 Sep. 2026

That approach protects young people and preserves access for adults who have already made the choice to move away from cigarettes. — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026