n. Function: verb
1
Synonyms: OBEY , comply, conform, follow, mind, observe
Antonyms: neglect
2 to notice or honor a day, occasion, or deed FF1C; keep the Sabbath by refraining from work FF1E;
Synonyms: celebrate, commemorate, observe, solemnize
Related Words: regard, respect; bless, consecrate, sanctify; honor, laud, praise
Idioms: keep the faith
Contrasted Words: disregard, forget, ignore, neglect, omit, overlook, slight; contravene, infringe, transgress, violate
Antonyms: break
3
Synonyms: STOCK , carry
4
Synonyms: RESTRAIN 1, bit, bridle, check, constrain, curb, hold back, hold down, hold in, inhibit
Antonyms: release
5 to hold in one's possession or under one's control FF1C; kept all the money for himself FF1E;
Synonyms: detain, hold, hold back, keep back, keep out, reserve, retain, withhold
Related Words: conserve, preserve, save; enjoy, have, own, possess; conduct, control, direct, manage
Contrasted Words: cast, discard, junk; refuse, reject, repudiate, spurn; abandon, resign, surrender, yield
Antonyms: relinquish
6
Synonyms: REFRAIN 1, abstain, forbear, withhold
7
Synonyms: CONDUCT 3, carry on, direct, manage, operate, ordain, run