opretholdt

Opretholdt is the past participle of the Danish verb opretholde, meaning to maintain, uphold, or preserve. In modern Danish it functions as both a past participle and an adjective, describing something that has been kept in a certain state. It is used in legal, administrative, and everyday language to indicate continuity or preservation of conditions, rules, or standards.

Etymology: The form is built from the verb holde 'to hold' with the prefix op- added to convey the sense of upholding or maintaining. The participle ends with -t, as in many Danish past participles.

Usage and context: Opretholdt is commonly used to indicate that a policy, rule, or condition has been kept in force. Examples include: "Myndighederne har opretholdt restriktionerne." (The authorities have upheld the restrictions.) "Budgettet er opretholdt." (The budget has been maintained.) "Der blev opretholdt ro i området." (Peace was maintained in the area.) The noun form is opretholdelse, meaning maintenance or upholding.

See also: opretholdelse, opretholde.