oath
Pronunciation: [oʊθ]
Word
Context: “promise”
(noun) a serious promise you make to tell the truth or do something important. It's like a pinky swear, but it's much more powerful and official.
Example
When the new president took office, she made an oath to serve the people.
Example
He broke his oath when he decided to lie instead of telling the truth.
Example
What kind of oath did you take during your ceremony?
Context: “legal”
(noun) a formal promise made in court to tell the truth or to fulfill a duty. This is important because it helps make sure people are honest when they testify.
Example
The witness gave her testimony after taking an oath to tell the truth.
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Some people might not take their oath seriously and could still lie in court.
Example
Why do people have to take an oath before they can give evidence?
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