uphold in WordNet English dictionary

1. keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
   "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition"; "Carry on the old traditions"
   continue  uphold  carry on  bear on  preserve 
   
2. support against an opponent
   "The appellate court upheld the verdict"
   uphold  maintain 
   
3. stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
   uphold