swear

swear

verb

Definition of SWEAR

1

to use offensive or indecent language <no one is allowed to swear in this house>

Synonyms blaspheme, curse, cuss

Related Words anathematize, confound, damn, execrate, imprecate; fulminate, rail, rant, revile

2

to make a solemn declaration of intent <swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth>

Synonyms covenant, pledge, swear, vow

Related Words affiance, betroth, plight, troth; accede, agree, assent, consent; contract, engage, ensure, guarantee, undertake; affirm, assert, aver, avouch, avow, declare, insist, warrant

3

to make a solemn declaration under oath for the purpose of establishing a fact <the sworn statement of the witness was presented as evidence>

Synonyms attest, depose, swear, witness

Related Words verify; vouch; promise, vow