Synonyms for
Pledges
Definition
Promises or agreements to do something or to support someone or something.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- make pledges
- pledges of support
- pledges of allegiance
- financial pledges
- pledges of aid
- pledges to reduce
- pledges for charity
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Usage note
The word 'pledges' often implies a serious commitment, especially in formal contexts. It can be used for both tangible (financial) and intangible (support, aid) commitments.
Example sentences
- She made a pledge to be kind to others.
- He pledged to help his friend with their homework.
- The school made a pledge to reduce waste.
- The company made a pledge to support local charities.
- I took a pledge to always wear my seatbelt.
Quotes
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. - Francis Bellamy
I pledge you, I pledge myself, to a new deal for the American people. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
I pledge to you today that as president, in my first budget, I will introduce the largest increase in special education ever. - Al Gore