Pledger: meaning, definitions and examples

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pledger

 

[ ˈplɛdʒər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal term

A person who makes a promise or gives a guarantee, typically in a legal context.

Synonyms

guarantor, promisor, surety.

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Word Description / Examples
pledger

Used when referring to a person or entity that offers a pledge, usually something valuable, as security for a debt or guarantee. This term is more common in legal or financial contexts.

  • The pledger offered his antique car as collateral for the loan.
guarantor

Suitable for situations where someone assures the performance, payment, or obligations of another party. Common in financial and legal documents, especially in loan and lease agreements. It implies a serious commitment but does not carry a negative connotation.

  • The bank required a guarantor for the mortgage.
  • She acted as a guarantor for her brother's business loan.
surety

Common in legal and financial contexts to describe someone who takes responsibility for another's performance or obligations. This term often relates to bonds or guarantees provided by insurance companies. It does not have a negative connotation.

  • The construction company had to provide a surety bond before starting the project.
  • As a surety, she ensured the completion of the contract.
promisor

Used in legal contexts to describe a person who makes a promise or a commitment in a contract. It is a formal term and is usually seen in written agreements.

  • In the contract, the promisor agreed to deliver the goods by the end of the month.

Examples of usage

  • He signed the contract as a pledger of the loan.
  • The pledger agreed to pay back the borrowed amount.
Context #2 | Noun

general term

A person who makes a solemn promise or commitment.

Synonyms

oath-taker, promiser, vower.

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pledger

Used to describe someone who commits to a promise or makes a solemn declaration, often in a formal context.

  • The office pledger promised to reduce waste by 50% within the year
promiser

Describes a person who makes a promise, usually in casual or general situations without formalities.

  • He is known as a promiser who always keeps his word
oath-taker

Typically refers to someone who formally swears an oath, often in legal, military, or governmental scenarios.

  • As an oath-taker, the new judge swore to uphold the constitution
vower

Refers to someone who makes a solemn vow, often in religious or very serious personal commitments.

  • As a vower, she promised to abstain from all forms of luxury for a year

Examples of usage

  • She is a pledger of environmental protection.
  • The community members are pledgers of support for each other.

Translations

Translations of the word "pledger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comprometido

🇮🇳 प्रतिज्ञाकर्ता

🇩🇪 Verpfänder

🇮🇩 penjamin

🇺🇦 заставодавець

🇵🇱 zobowiązujący się

🇯🇵 誓約者 (せいやくしゃ)

🇫🇷 engageur

🇪🇸 garante

🇹🇷 rehin veren

🇰🇷 서약자 (seoyakja)

🇸🇦 متعهد

🇨🇿 přispěvatel

🇸🇰 prispievateľ

🇨🇳 承诺人 (chéngnuò rén)

🇸🇮 zavezanec

🇮🇸 loforðsmaður

🇰🇿 кепілгер

🇬🇪 თავდები

🇦🇿 zamin

🇲🇽 garante

Etymology

The word 'pledger' originated from the Old French word 'pledere', which means 'to promise or engage'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a person who makes a promise or guarantee. The concept of pledging has been present in various legal and social contexts throughout history, emphasizing the importance of commitment and trustworthiness.

See also: pledge, pledged, pledges.