sworn

1. 1
   adjective

   Promised in a serious, official way by taking an oath.

   Like making a serious promise with your hand raised, where lying would break the rules.

   She signed a sworn statement at the police station.

   Every word in the sworn report had to be true.

   Oppositeunsworn

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2. 2
   adjective

   Tied to a person or side so strongly that it feels like a firm promise.

   Like best friends who agree to always stay on the same side, no matter what.

   The two families have been sworn enemies for years.

   They became sworn friends after the war.

   Similaravowed, bitter

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3. 3
   verb

   Past participle of swear. Use this form after have, has, or had.

   She has sworn to tell the truth.

   They had sworn an oath before the trial.

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4. 4
   adjective

   Very strongly committed to something, like a firm and devoted believer.

   Like a person who loves something so much they never give it up.

   He is a sworn fan of the local team.

   She became a sworn believer in early morning runs.

   Similarcommitted, devoted, staunch, dedicated, ardent

   Oppositehalfhearted, lukewarm

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