swore

[swɔr]

swore Definition

past tense of swear, to make a solemn statement or promise, often with the use of a sacred object or in the name of a deity, or to use offensive language.

Using swore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "swore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He swore to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.

• Example

  She swore allegiance to the queen.

• Example

  He swore at the driver who cut him off.

• Example

  I swear I saw a ghost last night.

swore Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for swore

• affirm
• assert
• avow
• declare
• vow

Antonyms for swore

• deny
• disavow
• retract

Phrases with swore

• swear by

  to have great confidence in or reliance on something

  Example

  I swear by this brand of shampoo; it always makes my hair look great.

• swear in

  to administer an oath to someone, especially a public official

  Example

  The judge will swear in the new mayor tomorrow.

• swear off

  to make a resolution to stop doing something, especially something that is considered harmful or addictive

  Example

  After his heart attack, he swore off smoking and drinking.

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Summary: swore in Brief

The term 'swore' [swɔr] is the past tense of 'swear,' which means to make a solemn statement or promise, often with the use of a sacred object or in the name of a deity, or to use offensive language. It can be used in phrases like 'swear by,' indicating confidence or reliance, and 'swear off,' meaning to resolve to stop doing something harmful or addictive.