Synonyms of HOLD

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85 synonyms in 32 meanings 70 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of HOLD by meaning

the act of grasping
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
time during which some action is awaited
Also: time lag.
a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
a cell in a jail or prison
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo
Also: cargo area, cargo deck, cargo hold, storage area.

keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean"
have or hold in one's hands or grip
Also: take hold.
organize or be responsible for
have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense
Also: have got.
keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
Also: view as, take for.
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement
secure and keep for possible future use or application
Also: keep back, hold back.
have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices
be the physical support of; carry the weight of
Also: hold up.
contain or hold; have within
have room for; hold without crowding
support or hold in a certain manner
be valid, applicable, or true
be capable of holding or containing
arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance
protect against a challenge or attack
bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
resist or confront with resistance
Also: hold up.
be pertinent or relevant or applicable
Also: go for.
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Also: hold in.
cause to stop
drink alcohol without showing ill effects
declare to be
be in accord; be in agreement