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

Water and land preservation clearly are our residents’ and visitors’ priority, compared with overdevelopment. — Peggy Gossett-Seidman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2026

How Long Sauerkraut Lasts Fermentation is one of the oldest and most reliable forms of food preservation. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 23 Sep. 2026

This pristine preservation gives a direct window into the chemical womb of our planetary neighborhood. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026

As a director, screenwriter, cinematographer and colorist, Woodroffe has sought to bridge filmmaking and film preservation. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026