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uphold vs preserve

preserve vs uphold

uphold is not a noun while preserve is a noun.

uphold and preserve both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
uphold No No Yes No
preserve Yes No Yes No
As verbs, uphold and preserve are synonyms defined as:
  • uphold and preserve: keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Other synonyms of uphold include bear on, carry on, continue.
uphold (noun) preserve (noun)
fruit preserved by cooking with sugar
a reservation where animals are protected
a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone
uphold (verb) preserve (verb)
stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals prevent (food) from rotting
support against an opponent keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last to keep up and reserve for personal or special use
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger
keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
Difference between uphold and preserve

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