This verb means to keep something in its state, such as peace, order, or relationship. Widely used in formal, social, and literary contexts.
Expanded Features:
- Polarity: positive/neutral
- Register: formal, everyday
- Pragmatic Sense: preservation, continuity
Synonyms (Urdu): قائم رکھنا، محفوظ رکھنا، جاری رکھنا
Synonyms (English): maintain, preserve, sustain, continue
Antonyms (Urdu): ختم کرنا، توڑ دینا
Antonyms (English): destroy, break, discontinue
Usage Contexts:
- Peace and order
- Relationships
- Rules and traditions
Example Sentences:
- It is important to maintain peace.
- He preserved the old traditions.
- They sustained their friendship for years.
Poetic Touch:
"محبت کو برقرار رکھنا عبادت ہے"
Related Terms:
قائم رکھنا: keep
محفوظ رکھنا: preserve
جاری رکھنا: continue