IELTS Vocabulary

uphold

/əˈphoʊld/

keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

Chinese meaning: 维护;支持;坚持

The court must uphold the law to ensure justice for all citizens.

法院必须维护法律以确保所有公民的正义。

Parents should uphold family values to guide their children's behavior.

父母应该坚持家庭价值观来引导孩子的行为。

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