Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swore
verb
/swɔːr/
Definition
To make a solemn promise or to affirm that something is true.
Examples
- She swore to tell the truth in court.
- He swore when he stubbed his toe.
- They swore allegiance to the king.
Meaning
The past tense of ‘swear’, which can mean to take an oath or to use offensive language.
Synonyms
- vowed
- promised
- pledged
- affirmed
