maintain
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To keep up; to preserve; to uphold (a state, condition etc.).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
maintain contact
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To declare or affirm (a clause) to be true; to assert.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To keep in good condition and working order.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “maintain” mean?
To keep up; to preserve; to uphold (a state, condition etc.).
Is “maintain” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.