sworn

[swɔːn]

sworn Definition

  • 1past participle of swear
  • 2having taken an oath or made a solemn declaration

Using sworn: Examples

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

  • Example

    He had sworn to tell the truth.

  • Example

    She was sworn in as the new president.

  • Example

    I am sworn to secrecy.

sworn Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: sworn in Brief

The term 'sworn' [swɔːn] is the past participle of 'swear' and refers to having taken an oath or made a solemn declaration. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'She was sworn in as the new president,' or to indicate a commitment to secrecy, as in 'I am sworn to secrecy.' Synonyms include 'vowed' and 'pledged,' while antonyms include 'unsworn' and 'uncommitted.'

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