Synonyms of preservation

preservation

noun

ˌpre-zər-ˈvā-shən 

1

as in preserving

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

each curator is responsible for the preservation of the works of art within his or her department

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in conservation

the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state

the preservation of the tropical rainforests is a global responsibility

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conservation
• conservancy
• maintenance
• protection
• defense
• salvation
• care
• saving
• management
• sustentation
• upkeep
• safeguarding
• economy
• safekeeping
• guarding
• guardianship
• keeping
• husbandry

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• waste
• destruction
• neglect
• ignoring
• injury
• ruin
• damage
• squandering
• harm
• dereliction
• hurt

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preservation

In a separate deal, Griffin also agreed to fund the preservation and relocation of the cottage, The Real Deal first reported earlier this week, although that move still needs approval from Miami’s Historic and Environmental Preservation Board. — Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

The avenue lies within the city’s original historic district, where preservation rules tightly regulate new construction and alterations. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

The funding will primarily be used to support historic structures report for the buildings that will help guide their future preservation. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026

Historic preservationists oppose project Historic KC, a historic preservation group, has publicly opposed the data center proposal. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026