Legal Definition of swear. transitive verb. 1 : to utter or take solemnly swear an oath. 2 a : to assert as true or promise under oath a sworn affidavit. b : to assert or promise emphatically or earnestly swore to uphold the constitution. 3 a : to put to an oath. b : to bind by an oath. intransitive verb.

swear. (swâr) v. swore (swôr), sworn (swôrn), swear·ing, swears. v.intr. 1. To make a solemn declaration, invoking a deity or a sacred person or thing, in confirmation of and witness to the honesty or truth of such a declaration. 2.

swear·ing. to declare, affirm, attest, etc., by swearing by a deity, some sacred object, etc. to affirm, assert, or say with solemn earnestness. to promise or undertake on oath or in a solemn …

swear meaning: 1. to use words that are rude or offensive as a way of emphasizing what you mean or as a way of…. Learn more.

Swear: to use offensive or indecent language. Synonyms: blaspheme, curse, cuss… Find the right word.

SWEAR meaning: 1 : to state (something) very strongly and sincerely; 2 : to promise very strongly and sincerely to do or not do something

Mar 13, 2018 · Swear. To curse or 'cuss'. Swears are considered inappropriate to use in public places, but are less offensive than other profanities. These 'bad words' are often referenced by …

Definition of swear in. transitive verb. : to induct into office by administration of an oath.

Definition of I swear. 1 —used to stress that one is being absolutely honest I didn't do anything wrong. I swear. 2 informal —used for emphasis I swear, every time I see her she's got a new …

Mar 28, 2022 · Definition of swear word. : a profane or obscene oath or word.