maintain

verb
UK: /meɪnˈteɪn/
US: /meɪnˈteɪn/

  1. To keep something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly.

    1. We maintain our car by taking it for regular servicing. [ ] [ ]
    2. The landlord is responsible to maintain the property in a habitable condition. [ ] [ ]

  2. To continue to have; to keep in existence, or not allow to become less.

    1. She managed to maintain her lead in the race. [ ] [ ]
    2. Despite the difficulties, they managed to maintain a positive attitude. [ ] [ ]

  3. To express firmly your belief that something is true.

    1. He continues to maintain his innocence despite the evidence. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company maintains that its products are safe, despite numerous complaints. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

preserve conserve uphold continue assert declare
maintain noun

  1. The upkeep or preservation of something; the work of keeping something in good condition.

    1. The maintain of the equipment is very important. [ ] [ ]
    2. Regular maintenance helps to maintain your car's performance and safety. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "maintain" in English means: To keep something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly., To continue to have; to keep in existence, or not allow to become less., To express firmly your belief that something is true..

The phonetic transcription of "maintain" is /meɪnˈteɪn/ in British English and /meɪnˈteɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "maintain": preserve, conserve, uphold, continue, assert, declare.

Example usage of "maintain": "We maintain our car by taking it for regular servicing.". More examples on the page.