pledge
Translation
pledge, promise, oath, guarantee
Examples
He made a pledge to donate money.
He made a pledge to donate money.
The Pledge of Allegiance is a daily ritual.
The Pledge of Allegiance is a daily ritual.
Grammar Patterns
((to-inf)) a promise to do sth. He made a pledge to donate money.
((of sth.)) a promise of sth. The Pledge of Allegiance is a daily ritual.
Similar Words
Synonyms: promise, vow, oath, commitment
Etymology
From Old French 'pleige', meaning 'hostage' or 'security'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Pledge of Allegiance' to remember it as a serious promise.