sworn
Translation
sworn
Examples
I have sworn to protect you.
I have sworn to protect you.
They are sworn enemies.
They are sworn enemies.
She was sworn in as mayor.
She was sworn in as mayor.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) used in perfect tenses I have sworn to keep it secret.
((noun)) used as an adjective before a noun They are sworn enemies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: promised, pledged, dedicated
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to swear'.
Memory Tips
Often used with 'have' (e.g., 'I have sworn'). Also used as an adjective, like 'sworn enemies', meaning they've promised to be enemies forever.