noun Uncommon

upholding

Upholding (noun) means the act of supporting or maintaining something. Example: “The upholding of these traditions matters to the community.”

noun

The act of supporting or maintaining something.

"The upholding of these traditions matters to the community."

How to use upholding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing act of keeping something supported or in force.

Word forms

upholdings plural

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Rhymes for upholding

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Frequently asked questions

What does “upholding” mean?

The word “upholding” means the act of supporting or maintaining something. In plain terms, the ongoing act of keeping something supported or in force.

How do you use “upholding” in a sentence?

Here is “upholding” used in a sentence: “The upholding of these traditions matters to the community.”

What part of speech is “upholding”?

“Upholding” is a noun.

Is “upholding” a common word?

“Upholding” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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