Pledges: meaning, definitions and examples

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pledges

[ plɛʤɪz ]

^{Context #1}

financial

A solemn promise or agreement to do or refrain from doing something.

Synonyms

commitment, promise, vow

Examples of usage

He made a pledge to donate money to the charity every month.
The company made a pledge to reduce its carbon footprint by 50% in the next year.

^{Context #2}

education

A formal commitment by a fraternity or sorority to accept a person as a member.

Synonyms

acceptance, membership

Examples of usage

She accepted a pledge to join the sorority and participate in their activities.

^{Context #3}

general

To commit oneself by a solemn promise.

Synonyms

commit, promise, vow

Examples of usage

He pledged to support his friend in times of need.
She pledged to work hard to achieve her goals.

Translations

Translations of the word "pledges" in other languages:

🇵🇹 promessas

🇮🇳 प्रतिज्ञाएँ

🇩🇪 Versprechen

🇮🇩 janji

🇺🇦 обіцянки

🇵🇱 obietnice

🇯🇵 誓約 (せいやく)

🇫🇷 promesses

🇪🇸 promesas

🇹🇷 sözler

🇰🇷 약속

🇸🇦 وعود

🇨🇿 sliby

🇸🇰 sľuby

🇨🇳 承诺 (chéngnuò)

🇸🇮 obljube

🇮🇸 loforð

🇰🇿 уәделер

🇬🇪 დაპირებები

🇦🇿 vədələr

🇲🇽 promesas

Word origin

The word 'pledges' originated from Middle English 'plege', from Anglo-French, from Late Latin 'plebium' (thing pledged), from 'plebere' (to pledge). The concept of making a solemn promise or commitment has been prevalent in various cultures throughout history, often symbolizing trust, loyalty, and integrity.