The meaning of SWEAR is to utter or take solemnly (an oath). How to use swear in a sentence.

SWEAR definition: to make a solemn declaration or affirmation by some sacred being or object, as a deity or the Bible. See examples of swear used in a sentence.

20 hours ago · Researchers have discovered that swearing can be used to our advantage to make us stronger and more resilient.

1. To have great reliance on or confidence in: He swears by his personal physician. 2. To have reliable knowledge of; be sure of: I think she left early, but I couldn't swear by it. 3. To take an oath by: He …

Profanity is often depicted in images by grawlixes, which substitute symbols for words. Profanity, also known as swearing, cursing, or cussing, is the usage of notionally offensive words for a variety of …

Swear words and taboo words can intensify what is said, but they can shock or give offence. Swearing and the use of taboo words and expressions is quite common in speaking.

If you say that you swear that something is true or that you can swear to it, you are saying very firmly that it is true.

19 hours ago · Research shows that swearing can boost physical performance by reducing inhibition and increasing focus, confidence, and endurance.

5 days ago · The witness swore that the person she had seen running out of the bank was a foot shorter than the accused. (transitive) To promise intensely that something is true; to strongly assert. …

swear off, to promise or resolve to give up something, esp. intoxicating beverages. Law swear out, to secure (a warrant for arrest) by making an accusation under oath.