Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swear-up-and-down
Phrase
/swɛr ʌp ənd daʊn/
Definition
To emphatically assert the truth of something or to make a strong promise or declaration about something.
Examples
- He swore up and down that he had completed the project on time.
- She swears up and down that she’ll never be late again.
- The witness swore up and down that he saw the suspect at the scene.
Meaning
To insist or declare something with great confidence and certainty, often in a manner that suggests one’s sincerity or deep conviction.
Synonyms
- Insist
- Assert
- Claim
- Affirm
- Promise
