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vow

verb

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Synonyms of vow

(Entry 1 of 2)

to make a solemn declaration of intent

she vowed to love him forever

Synonyms for vow

covenant,
pledge,
promise,
swear

Words Related to vow

affiance,
betroth,
plight,
troth

accede,
agree,
assent,
consent

contract,
engage,
ensure,
guarantee,
undertake

affirm,
assert,
aver,
avouch,
avow,
declare,
insist,
warrant

Phrases Synonymous with vow

give one's word

vow

noun

Synonyms of vow (Entry 2 of 2)

a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something

we need your vow that you won't damage anything while we're gone

Synonyms for vow

oath,
pledge,
promise,
troth,
word

Words Related to vow

appointment,
arrangement,
commitment,
engagement,
obligation

agreement,
compact,
contract,
covenant

assurance,
guarantee,
guaranty,
undertaking

bail,
bond,
deposit,
gage,
pawn,
security,
token,
warranty

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Thesaurus Entries Near vow

vouchsafing

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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vow. Accessed 4 Dec. 2021.

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