Meaning of the word maintain in English

What does maintain mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

maintain

US /meɪnˈteɪn/

UK /meɪnˈteɪn/

to keep something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly

Example:

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It's important to regularly maintain your car.

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The building has been well maintained over the years.

Synonym:

preserve keep up service conserve sustain

to cause something to continue; to keep something at the same level or standard

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She struggled to maintain a healthy weight.

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The company managed to maintain its market share.

Synonym:

preserve sustain uphold keep continue

to state something strongly to be true

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He continues to maintain his innocence.

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She maintained that she had never seen him before.

Synonym:

assert allege contend declare insist