Pledge: meaning, definitions and examples

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pledge

[ plɛdʒ ]

^{Context #1}

promise

A solemn promise or undertaking.

Synonyms

commitment, promise, vow

Examples of usage

He made a pledge to donate to the charity every month.
She took a pledge to always tell the truth.
We need your pledge to support our cause.

^{Context #2}

security

Something given as security for the performance of an action or the fulfillment of a contract.

Synonyms

collateral, guarantee, security

Examples of usage

He put up his car as a pledge for the loan.
The house was used as a pledge for the business deal.

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commitment

To commit (a person or organization) by a solemn promise.

Synonyms

promise, swear, vow

Examples of usage

She pledged to continue the project until completion.
They pledged their loyalty to the company.

Translations

Translations of the word "pledge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compromisso

penhor
promessa

🇮🇳 प्रतिज्ञा

🇩🇪 Versprechen

🇮🇩 janji

🇺🇦 обіцянка

🇵🇱 obietnica

🇯🇵 誓約 (せいやく)

🇫🇷 promesse

🇪🇸 promesa

🇹🇷 söz

🇰🇷 약속

🇸🇦 وعد

🇨🇿 slib

🇸🇰 sľub

🇨🇳 承诺 (chéngnuò)

🇸🇮 obljuba

🇮🇸 loforð

🇰🇿 уәде

🇬🇪 დაპირება

🇦🇿 vəd

🇲🇽 promesa

Word origin

The word 'pledge' originated from the Old French word 'plege', meaning 'a promise'. It has been used in English since the 14th century. The concept of a pledge has been an important part of human interactions throughout history, symbolizing trust, commitment, and security.