Definition

A person who supports or maintains something, often in a moral or legal sense.

Example

As an upholder of justice, she always stood up for what was right.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming an upholder of local art?

That sounds interesting! What does it involve?

You get to support artists and promote their work in the community.

Wow, that would be a great way to connect with creative people!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Upholder → It is formed from "up" (meaning in a higher position) and "hold" (from Old English "holdan", meaning to grasp or support) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). An upholder is a person who supports or maintains something in a higher position.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'holds' something 'up' — that's why an upholder is a person who supports or maintains something.

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