sworn

Definitions

Bound by or having taken a solemn oath.

Openly declared or acknowledged as being a particular thing, often used to emphasize a strong commitment or enmity.

Examples

The new president took a sworn oath to uphold the constitution.

They are sworn enemies who have not spoken to each other in years.

Synonyms

pledged vowed bound committed affirmed guaranteed solemn

Antonyms

unsworn unbound unpledged uncommitted informal unconfirmed unverified