📜oath

Meaning

a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness

a solemn promise or declaration; a sworn statement

Example Sentences

She took an oath to tell the truth in court.

The doctor took an oath to help patients.

Example Expressions

swear an oath

Synonyms

pledge, vow, promise, declaration, swear

Entry 1

pledge, vow, promise, declaration

Entry 2

vow, pledge, promise, swear

Antonyms

lie, dishonesty, betrayal, denial, refusal, breach

Entry 1

lie, dishonesty, betrayal

Entry 2

denial, refusal, breach

Collocations

take an oath, swear an oath, break an oath, take oath, under oath, oath of office

Entry 1

take an oath, swear an oath, break an oath

Entry 2

take oath, under oath, oath of office