maintain
/meɪnˈteɪn/
keep in good condition
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- 1.
to keep something in good condition or at the same level
"It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle."
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You should maintain a positive attitude.
You should maintain a positive attitude.
The building is well maintained.
The building is well maintained.
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Frequently asked about maintain
How do you pronounce maintain?
maintain is pronounced [/meɪnˈteɪn/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does maintain mean?
maintain means "keep in good condition". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is maintain?
maintain is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with maintain?
Example: "You should maintain a positive attitude." — used to mean "keep in good condition".
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