sworn (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /swɔːn/
Definition
Having made a solemn promise, typically in a court of law, to tell the truth or to fulfill a duty.
Examples
He is a sworn enemy of the government.
The jury was sworn in before the trial began.
She is a sworn translator for the court.
How to Use sworn
- sworn to secrecy (collocation)
- Having promised to keep information confidential. — "The journalists were sworn to secrecy regarding their source."
- sworn enemy (collocation)
- A person or group that one intensely dislikes and opposes. — "She viewed her former business partner as a sworn enemy."
- sworn in (phrasal verb)
- To officially start a new job or role after taking an oath. — "The new mayor will be sworn in next week."
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