uphold
/ʌpˈhoʊld/
verb
- To support or defend something, such as a principle, law, or decision.
- The judge upheld the lower court's ruling.
- It is the duty of the police to uphold the law.
- She always tries to uphold the values of honesty and fairness.
- To hold something up; to keep something from falling.
- The pillars uphold the roof of the ancient temple.
- Strong beams uphold the weight of the bridge.
- He used his hands to uphold the sagging shelf.