What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
upheld
Example
The court upheld the lower court's decision. [upheld: past tense]
Example
She upheld her family's tradition of celebrating Christmas Eve together. [upheld: verb]
endorse
Example
The celebrity endorsed the new perfume line. [endorsed: past tense]
Example
I endorse this candidate for mayor. [endorse: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Endorse is more commonly used than upheld in everyday language. Endorse is often used in marketing or political contexts, while upheld is more specific to legal or official contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between upheld and endorse?
Upheld is more formal than endorse, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Therefore, upheld is more appropriate in formal or legal contexts, while endorse can be used in a wider range of situations.
