Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uphold-a-right
verb
ʌpˈhoʊld ə raɪt
Definition
To maintain or support a particular right or principle.
Examples
- The judge decided to uphold-a-right to free speech during the trial.
- Activists strive to uphold-a-right for equal education for all children.
Meaning
Upholding a right means to defend or stand by a right that someone possesses, ensuring that it is recognized and respected.
Synonyms
- defend
- maintain
- support
- sustain
- protect
