Synonyms of upkeep

upkeep

noun

ˈəp-ˌkēp 

as in maintenance

the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition

the upkeep of the old place was costing a fortune

Synonyms & Similar Words

• maintenance
• preservation
• preserving
• conservation
• keep
• conserving
• sustentation
• care and feeding
• support
• conservancy
• sustaining
• protection
• guardianship
• custody
• defense
• safekeeping
• guarding
• safeguarding
• care

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• neglect
• negligence
• disregard
• ignoring
• damage
• destruction
• injury
• inattention
• harm
• demolition
• dereliction
• ruin
• hurt
• ruination

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of upkeep

After that, Walter turned all of his attention to the gardens and spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on their upkeep. —Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025

Although the land is technically owned by the Missouri Department of Transportation, residents have taken on the responsibility for their upkeep. —Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025

Shop these in shades of red, orange, pink, and purple, and enjoy blooms all season without the hassle of upkeep. —Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025

State of play: In addition to the name change, the nonprofit has launched a $1 million fundraising campaign to help with operational costs like upkeep of its century-plus old building, staff and expanding family programming. —Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025