Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

juramentado

Noun

/huːrəməˈtændoʊ/

Definition

A juramentado is a person who has taken a solemn oath or vow, particularly for the purpose of carrying out a suicide mission, often in the context of defending their religious beliefs.

Examples

The juramentado felt it was his duty to defend his faith at all costs.
Stories of juramentados are part of the historical narratives of resistance among local communities.

Meaning

The term is primarily associated with certain historical and cultural contexts, particularly among some Muslim Filipinos, where individuals would vow to die for their faith and carry out attacks against opponents.