Preserving Synonyms and Antonyms

Keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
(Verb)
To prepare (food) for storage and future use
(Verb)
To keep up and reserve for personal or special use
(Verb)
Antonyms:
  1. discontinuing
To keep from injury, peril, or harm; protect.
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. defending