stand up for
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To speak or act in support or defense of (a person, a cause, a belief, or the like).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
She stood up for me when no one else would, and I've never forgotten it.
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).
Common questions
What does “stand up for” mean?
To speak or act in support or defense of (a person, a cause, a belief, or the like).
Is “stand up for” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.