Hold out for is a term that means to wait for something better or to insist on a particular outcome or demand. There are several synonyms for the phrase, including stand firm, stick to one's guns, hold fast, hold firm, hold one's ground, and remain steadfast. These words reflect the idea of staying true to one's beliefs or goals and not compromising on what one wants. Hold out for can also be replaced by other expressions such as wait and see, bide one's time, and anticipate. Whatever the word used, the underlying meaning is that of perseverance and perseverance in achieving a particular objective.