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avowal

 

[ əˈvaʊəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

declaration of truth

An avowal is a formal statement asserting that something is true. It is a declaration or acknowledgment of a fact or belief. Avowals are often made publicly or officially to affirm the truth of a particular matter.

Synonyms

affirmation, assertion, declaration

Examples of usage

  • He made an avowal of his love for her in front of all their friends.
  • The avowal of his guilt shocked everyone in the courtroom.
Context #2 | Noun

confession

In a more personal context, an avowal can refer to a confession or admission of a secret or wrongdoing. It is a frank acknowledgment of something that may be embarrassing or incriminating.

Synonyms

admission, confession, disclosure

Examples of usage

  • Her avowal of her past mistakes showed her courage and honesty.
  • The politician's avowal of his involvement in the scandal was unexpected.

Translations

Translations of the word "avowal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 declaração

🇮🇳 स्वीकारोक्ति

🇩🇪 Anerkennung

🇮🇩 pengakuan

🇺🇦 визнання

🇵🇱 przyznanie

🇯🇵 承認 (しょうにん)

🇫🇷 aveu

🇪🇸 reconocimiento

🇹🇷 itiraf

🇰🇷 인정 (injeong)

🇸🇦 اعتراف

🇨🇿 přiznání

🇸🇰 priznanie

🇨🇳 承认 (chéngrèn)

🇸🇮 priznanje

🇮🇸 viðurkenning

🇰🇿 мойындау

🇬🇪 აღიარება

🇦🇿 etiraf

🇲🇽 reconocimiento

Etymology

The word 'avowal' originated from the Middle English 'avowaille', which came from the Old French 'avoeil', meaning 'promise' or 'vow'. The term 'avowal' has been used since the 14th century to denote a formal declaration of truth or acknowledgment of a belief. Over time, it has evolved to encompass both public affirmations and personal confessions.

See also: avowedly, disavow.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,972, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.