Meaning & use

Pledged

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Promised solemnly or formally to do or give something.

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The donors pledged a million dollars to the new hospital wing.

She pledged to finish the marathon no matter how long it took.

A note on using this word

Can also describe joining a fraternity or sorority as a 'pledge' before full membership is granted.

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Words with an opposite meaning

reneged

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