preserves Get Printable Handwriting Rhymes Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 to keep in good condition 2 to protect 3 to keep from rotting or spoiling Example Sentence They stored their preserves in the frigidarium. Synonyms maintain; conserve; save; keep up Antonyms damage; destroy; harm Rhymes One Syllable Rhymes (5) curves d'oeuvres nerves purves serves Two Syllable Rhymes (5) deserves observes preserves reserve's reserves Share with your friends: