avowed

[əˈvaʊd]

avowed Definition

stated or admitted to be true or real, especially when this has been previously denied or concealed.

Using avowed: Examples

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

  • Example

    He is an avowed supporter of the opposition party.

  • Example

    She made an avowed commitment to environmental protection.

  • Example

    The company's avowed goal is to reduce carbon emissions by 50%.

avowed Synonyms and Antonyms

Origins of avowed

from Middle English 'avowen', meaning 'acknowledge'

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Summary: avowed in Brief

The term 'avowed' [əˈvaʊd] describes something that has been stated or admitted to be true or real, especially when this has been previously denied or concealed. It is often used to describe a person's beliefs or commitments, as in 'He is an avowed supporter of the opposition party.' 'Avowed' has synonyms like 'declared,' 'professed,' and 'acknowledged,' and antonyms like 'secret,' 'hidden,' and 'concealed.'