Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To keep something in good condition or at the correct level.
Maintain
/meɪnˈteɪn/Synonyms:
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Examples:
I try to maintain contact with my old friends.He works hard to maintain his good reputation.
Etymology:
Originating from the Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere, literally meaning hold in the hand.
Usage Statistics:
91 mentions per 1 million words 
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