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vow

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of vow

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 of 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

vow

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of vow

to make a solemn declaration of intent
  • She vowed to love him forever.
Synonyms of 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

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