covenant
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A serious formal agreement or promise between two or more parties.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
agreement
pact
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The two nations signed a _____ promising not to attack one another."
Answer: covenant
In your own words, what does "covenant" mean?
A serious formal agreement or promise between two or more parties.
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