upheld

动词 uphold:

1. keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
   同义词：continue, uphold, carry on, bear on, preserve
2. stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
   同义词：uphold
3. support against an opponent
   同义词：uphold, maintain

1. The judge upheld the lower court's decision.
   法官维持初级法院的判决。
2. The courts upheld their objections, and prayers were banned.
   法院支持他们的反对意见，宣布禁止。
3. The higher court upheld the lower court's decision.
   上级法院支持下级法院的判决。