Assert and Uphold

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Assert verb - To state clearly and strongly.

Usage example: a superpatriot who is never afraid to assert her allegiance to flag and country

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Uphold is a synonym for assert in insist on topic. In some cases you can use "Uphold" instead a verb "Assert", when it comes to topics like defend, assure, insist, insist upon.

Uphold verb - To continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections.

Usage example: determined to uphold her views in the face of all challenges

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Assert is a synonym for uphold in assure topic. You can use "Assert" instead a verb "Uphold".

Nearby Words: upholder, upholding

sort	assert sort	uphold sort
right	assert right	uphold right
pride	assert pride	uphold pride
way	assert way	uphold way
Other words: identity, rule, independence, rules.

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