1. To give grounds for expectations
2. To make a promise or commitment; SYN. assure.
3. To promise to undertake or give

(Irregular preterit, past participle: swore, sworn).
1. To make a deposition; declare under oath; SYN. depose, depone.
2. To promise solemnly; take an oath.
3. To declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
4. Utter obscenities or profanities
5. Have confidence or faith in

1. To dedicate to a deity by a vow; SYN. consecrate.
2. To make a vow; promise.