sworn

/sweə/
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sworn

A soldier takes a sworn oath to defend his country.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Bound by or stated on oath: Having made a formal, solemn promise or declaration, often in a legal or official context.
    • Completely dedicated or opposed: Used to describe a person or group that is absolutely committed to a particular position, often as a friend or enemy.
Examples of Usage
  • Adjective:
    • The witness gave sworn testimony in court. (The witness gave testimony that was formally promised to be true.)
    • They are sworn enemies and have been feuding for decades. (They are absolute, dedicated enemies.)
    • The president took the sworn oath of office. (The president took the formal, promised oath for the office.)
Advanced Usage
  • "sworn statement": A formal declaration made under oath, often written and signed.
    • He submitted a sworn statement detailing the events of that night.
  • "sworn affidavit": A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court.
    • The evidence was supported by a sworn affidavit from the expert.
Variants and Related Words
  • Swear (verb): To make a solemn promise or declaration, often invoking a deity or something sacred as a witness.
    • I swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
  • Oath (noun): A solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one's future action or behavior.
    • He took an oath to uphold the constitution.
Synonyms
  • Avowed: Openly declared or acknowledged.
  • Committed: Pledged or bound to a cause, policy, or person.
  • Vowed: Solemnly promised.
Related Phrases
  • Sworn to secrecy: Having formally promised not to reveal a secret.
    • The committee members were sworn to secrecy about the investigation.
  • Sworn brother/sister: A person bound to another by a solemn oath of loyalty, like a sibling.
    • In the ancient tale, they became sworn brothers, promising to protect each other.
sworn

A soldier takes a sworn oath to defend his country.

Adjective
  1. bound by or stated on oath
    • now my sworn friend and then mine enemy- Shakespeare
  2. bound by or as if by an oath
    • according to an early tradition became his sworn brother
    • sworn enemies

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