Swear: meaning, definitions and examples

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swear

[ sweər ]

^{Context #1}

informal

To make a solemn declaration or affirmation with a promise or threat.

Synonyms

pledge, promise, vow

Examples of usage

I swear I didn't do it.
She swore revenge on her enemies.

^{Context #2}

slang

A rude or offensive term, typically involving profane language.

Synonyms

cursing, obscenity, profanity

Examples of usage

He was shocked by the amount of swearing in the movie.
She couldn't stand his constant swearing.

Translations

Translations of the word "swear" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jurar

🇮🇳 कसम खाना

🇩🇪 schwören

🇮🇩 bersumpah

🇺🇦 клястися

🇵🇱 przysięgać

🇯🇵 誓う (ちかう)

🇫🇷 jurer

🇪🇸 jurar

🇹🇷 yemin etmek

🇰🇷 맹세하다

🇸🇦 يَحْلِف

🇨🇿 přísahat

🇸🇰 prisahať

🇨🇳 发誓 (fāshì)

🇸🇮 priseči

🇮🇸 sverja

🇰🇿 ант ету

🇬🇪 დაიფიცება

🇦🇿 and içmək

🇲🇽 jurar

Word origin

The word 'swear' has origins in Old English and is derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'swaran'. It has evolved over time to encompass both the act of making a promise or threat, as well as using profane language. Swearing has been a common form of expression throughout history, often used to convey strong emotions or emphasize a point.