Pledge

Pronunciation: /ˈplɛdʒ/

Pledge (noun)

  1. a serious promise to do something or to support someone.
  2. something given as security for a loan, which can be taken if the loan is not repaid.

Examples

  • She made a pledge to support the cause.
  • He gave a pledge to improve his performance.

Common collocations: make a pledge, honor a pledge, break a pledge, offer a pledge, accept a pledge

Pledge (verb)

  1. to make a serious promise to do something.
  2. to offer something as security for a loan.

Examples

  • They pledged to reduce waste by 50%.
  • She pledged to donate a portion of her salary.

Synonyms of Pledge

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Pledge

  • — Breaking a promise or commitment.
  • — Taking back a pledge or promise.