IPA: /vaʊ/
KK: /vaʊ/
To make a serious promise or commitment to do something.
She vowed to always support her friends in times of need.
Past: vowed
Past Participle: vowed
A serious promise to do something or to behave in a certain way, often related to a religious commitment or personal pledge.
She made a vow to always support her friends in times of need.
To make a serious promise or commitment to do something, often in a formal or solemn way.
She vowed to always support her friends in times of need.
Past: vowed
Past Participle: vowed
Vow → It originates from Old French *vouer* (meaning to dedicate or promise), which in turn comes from Latin *votum* (meaning a vow or promise). The word 'vow' refers to a solemn promise or commitment made by an individual.
Think of making a 'promise' ('votum') to dedicate yourself to something important — that's what a vow means.