Associations to the word «Avow»

Wiktionary

AVOW, verb. (transitive) To declare openly and boldly, as something believed to be right; to own, acknowledge or confess frankly.
AVOW, verb. (transitive) To bind or devote by a vow.
AVOW, verb. (legal) To acknowledge and justify, as an act done. See avowry.
AVOW, noun. (obsolete) avowal

Dictionary definition

AVOW, verb. To declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent".
AVOW, verb. Admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about.

Wise words

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