Synonyms of MAINTAINING

verb

1. keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean"

   • KEEP10
   • MAINTAIN10
   • HOLD8

2. keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction

   • CONSERVE13
   • PRESERVE13
   • MAINTAIN10

   Also: keep up.

3. supply with necessities and support

   • SUSTAIN7
   • KEEP10
   • MAINTAIN10

4. state categorically

   • ASSERT6
   • ASSEVERATE13
   • MAINTAIN10

5. have and exercise

   • WIELD9
   • EXERT12
   • MAINTAIN10

6. maintain for use and service

   • KEEP10
   • MAINTAIN10

7. maintain by writing regular records

   • KEEP10
   • MAINTAIN10

8. state or assert

   • MAINTAIN10
   • DEFEND11

9. support against an opponent

   • UPHOLD12
   • MAINTAIN10

10. stick to correctly or closely

    • OBSERVE12
    • KEEP10
    • MAINTAIN10