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maintenance

/ˈmeɪntənəns/
main · te · nance ˈmeɪn · tə · nəns
English Definition
n. the process of keeping something in good condition
中文释义
维护,保养
Significado en Español
mantenimiento
한국어 뜻
유지 보수
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bảo trì
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Example Sentence

The building requires regular maintenance.

这栋建筑需要定期维护。

Synonyms
upkeep servicing repair
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “maintenance”:

  1. A decay
  2. B deterioration
  3. C neglect
  4. D upkeep
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D — upkeep. “maintenance” means n. the process of keeping something in good condition

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Regular ______ keeps the old family car running smoothly for years.

  1. A neglect
  2. B damage
  3. C ruin
  4. D maintenance
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D — maintenance. “maintenance” means n. the process of keeping something in good condition

Common questions about “maintenance”

What does “maintenance” mean?

maintenance — n. the process of keeping something in good condition. In Chinese: 维护,保养.

How do you pronounce “maintenance”?

maintenance is pronounced /ˈmeɪntənəns/. It breaks into 3 syllables: main · te · nance.

How do you use “maintenance” in a sentence?

The building requires regular maintenance. (这栋建筑需要定期维护。)

What are synonyms for “maintenance”?

upkeep, servicing, repair — all close in meaning to maintenance (n. the process of keeping something in good condition).

Is “maintenance” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. maintenance appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers nearly 2,500 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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