Synonyms of recognizance

recognizance

noun

as in bail

law a legal promise made by someone before a court of law that must be kept to avoid being punished

After his arraignment, the suspect was released on his own recognizance.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bail
• bond
• pledge
• security
• guaranty
• oath
• guarantee
• gage
• surety
• deposit
• pawn
• down payment
• earnest
• warranty
• contract
• assurance
• handsel
• commitment
• covenant
• word
• compact
• troth