covenant

noun

1. a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action

Similar word(s): compact, concordat

Definition categories: communication

2. (Bible) an agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return

Definition categories: communication, agreement, understanding

verb

1. enter into a covenant

Definition categories: social, pledge, plight

2. enter into a covenant or formal agreement

- They covenanted with Judas for 30 pieces of silver

- The nations covenanted to fight terrorism around the world

Definition categories: communication, pledge, plight