vow

nounB2 · Upper-intermediate

A serious promise to do something.

Meaning of «vow»

noun

a serious promise to do something

They exchanged a solemn vow on their wedding day.

Translation

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«vow» in 17 languages

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The difference between similar words

words saying you will do something

promisethe everyday word, for small or big thingsI made a promise to call her every day.

pledgeformala formal promise, often to give money or supportThe company made a pledge to plant a million trees.

vowa very serious personal promiseHe took a vow never to lie again.

oathformala formal promise made in court or at a ceremonyThe witness took an oath to tell the truth.

to say that you will definitely do something

promisethe everyday word; say you will do itI promise to call you tomorrow.

swearpromise very strongly, sometimes in courtI swear I will tell the truth.

vowmake a very serious, personal promiseHe vowed never to lie again.

pledgeformalpromise publicly to give or do somethingRich countries pledged money to help.

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