PLEDGES Synonyms
There are 20 hypernyms of the word pledges. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for PLEDGES
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affirmations | nounn | |||||||
noun • a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something • the act of affirming or asserting or stating something • (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds) • a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand | ||||||||
assurances | nounn | |||||||
noun • freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities • a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something • a statement intended to inspire confidence • a British term for some kinds of insurance | ||||||||
commitments | nounn | |||||||
noun • the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose • the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action • an engagement by contract involving financial obligation • a message that makes a pledge • the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital) | ||||||||
guarantees | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications • an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true • a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults verb • give surety or assume responsibility • make certain of • promise to do or accomplish • stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of | ||||||||
oaths | nounn | |||||||
noun • profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger • a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury • a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior | ||||||||
promises | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future • grounds for feeling hopeful about the future verb • make a promise or commitment • promise to undertake or give • make a prediction about; tell in advance • give grounds for expectations | ||||||||
undertakings | nounn | |||||||
noun • any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted • the trade of a funeral director | ||||||||
vows | nounn | |||||||
noun • a solemn pledge (to oneself or to another or to a deity) to do something or to behave in a certain manner verb • make a vow; promise • dedicate to a deity by a vow | ||||||||
toast | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • slices of bread that have been toasted • a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention • a person in desperate straits; someone doomed • a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event verb • make brown and crisp by heating • propose a toast to | ||||||||
assurance | nounn | |||||||
noun • freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities • a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something • a statement intended to inspire confidence • a British term for some kinds of insurance | ||||||||
collateral | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • descended from a common ancestor but through different lines noun • a security pledged for the repayment of a loan adjective satellite • serving to support or corroborate • additional but secondary; auxiliary; • situated or running side by side • occurring with or following as a consequence | ||||||||
commitment | nounn | |||||||
noun • the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose • the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action • an engagement by contract involving financial obligation • a message that makes a pledge • the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital) | ||||||||
drink | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a single serving of a beverage • the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess • any liquid suitable for drinking • any large deep body of water • the act of swallowing verb • take in liquids • consume alcohol • propose a toast to • be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to • drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic | ||||||||
plight | nounn | |||||||
noun • a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one • a solemn pledge of fidelity verb • give to in marriage • promise solemnly and formally | ||||||||
salute | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an act of honor or courteous recognition • a formal military gesture of respect • an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat verb • propose a toast to • greet in a friendly way • express commendation of • become noticeable • honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers • recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position | ||||||||
subscribe | verbv | |||||||
verb • offer to buy, as of stocks and shares • mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) • adopt as a belief • pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals • receive or obtain regularly | ||||||||
wassail | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a punch made of sweetened ale or wine heated with spices and roasted apples; especially at Christmas verb • celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities • propose a toast to |