What's a Synonym for Uphold?

Some common synonyms of uphold are advocate, back, champion, and support.

What is the synonym and antonym of uphold?

uphold. Synonyms: support, sustain, elevate, raise, countenance, advocate, sanction, encourage, defend, maintain, vindicate, stand by. Antonyms: subvert, drop, discard, betray, discountenance, oppose, discourage, attack, repudiate, abandon, abjure, renounce.

What is the meaning of to uphold a decision?

Definition of uphold the decision

: to agree with a decision made earlier by a lower court The appeals court upheld the decision made by the trial court.