Entry Word: pledge

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 something given or held to assure that the giver will keep a promise <I was required to leave my keys as a pledge that I would bring the car back>

Synonyms gage, guarantee, guaranty, pawn, security

Related Words bail, bond; deposit, down payment; surety, warranty; oath, promise, word; commitment, compact, contract, covenant; recognizance

2 a personʼs solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something <I give you my pledge that I wonʼt interfere with your marriage> — see promise