Synonyms of preserve

preserve

verb

pri-ˈzərv 

as in to conserve

to keep in good condition

vigilantly preserving the ancient statue for future generations to enjoy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conserve
• maintain
• save
• protect
• defend
• restore
• safeguard
• sustain
• keep up
• rebuild
• guard
• manage
• service
• support
• reconstruct
• rehabilitate
• husband
• shield
• cure
• care (for)
• remedy
• heal
• patch
• fix
• rejuvenate
• screen
• mend

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignore
• disregard
• destroy
• neglect
• hurt
• break
• impair
• ruin
• harm
• injure
• damage
• wreck

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preserve

But Boise hunkered down, and goalkeeper Jonathan Kliewer turned aside three shots to preserve the shutout. — Idaho Statesman, 4 Oct. 2026

Until now, scientists could measure the total phosphorus preserved in ancient rocks, but determining the share that was actually available to marine life remained challenging. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2026

The district also wanted to preserve enough capacity to accommodate future enrollment growth if enrollment unexpectedly increases. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2026

Spread across the 1,400 square feet first floor for visitors to see are eight human bodies, their organs and blood vessels, all preserved through a process called plastination. — Emma Hall october 3, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026