vow

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a solemn pledge (to oneself or to another or to a deity) to do something or to behave in a certain manner

- they took vows of poverty

Definition categories: communication, assurance, pledge

Sentences with vow as a noun:

- The old hermit, up in the mountains, took a vow of silence.

verb

1. make a vow; promise

- He vowed never to drink alcohol again

Definition categories: communication, pledge, plight

2. dedicate to a deity by a vow

Similar word(s): consecrate

Definition categories: communication, commit, consecrate, dedicate, devote, give

Sentences with vow as a verb:

- The wronged woman vowed revenge.

- The rebels vowed to continue their fight.