maintain
//meɪnˈteɪn//
Verb
maintainInfinitive
maintainPresent tense
maintainedPast tense
maintainedPast participle
maintainingPresent participle
maintainsThird-person singular
1
to cause or enable something to continue in the same state or condition; to keep in good condition by making repairs or taking care of it
It's important to maintain your car regularly to keep it running well.
2
to continue to have or keep something; to keep something at the same level or rate
She exercises regularly to maintain her health.
3
to state or assert that something is true; to affirm or declare
He maintained that he was innocent throughout the trial.
4
to provide financial support for someone or something
He works two jobs to maintain his family.