Synonyms for

Oath

Verb / əʊθ / Another word for oath — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a solemn promise, often made before a deity or using a sacred object, to do something or follow a certain course of action

Synonyms & similar words

swearword cuss curseword curse expletive swearing promise pledge vow affirmation declaration assurance commitment undertaking bond covenant compact contract agreement troth word testimony attestation witness

Synonyms by register

Formal

affirmation testimony declaration attestation

Informal

promise vow pledge

Literary

troth pledge vow

Antonyms

denial disavowal recantation retraction negation rejection

Common collocations

  • take an oath
  • swear an oath
  • oath of allegiance
  • broken oath
  • solemn oath
  • oath of office
  • under oath

Word family

noun oath
verb swear

Usage note

An oath is a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, used as a guarantee. It is typically used in formal or legal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The soldier took an oath to defend his country.
  2. I made an oath to always tell the truth.
  3. The president takes the oath of office at the beginning of their term.
  4. The witness was asked to take an oath before testifying in court.
  5. I swore an oath to keep the secret safe.

Quotes

  • One's word, and one's oath, are the same thing.
  • An oath is a solemn promise, and should be treated as such.
  • An oath is a sacred trust, and should be kept with the utmost care.

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