What does covenant mean?
Covenant means (law) An agreement to do or not do a particular thing..
Covenant
/ˈkʌv.ən.ənt/ · noun
Meaning
(law) An agreement to do or not do a particular thing..
Definitions by Sense
- (law) An agreement to do or not do a particular thing.
- (law) A promise, incidental to a deed or contract, either express or implied.
- A pact or binding agreement between two or more parties (often one that is religious or religiously-based).
- An incidental clause in an agreement.
- To enter into, or promise something by, a covenant.
- (law) To enter a formal agreement.
- (law) To bind oneself in contract.
- (law) To make a stipulation.
Example Sentences
Jupiter Covenanted with him, that it should be Hot or Cold, Wet or Dry, […] as the Tenant should Direct.
and they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver
Synonyms for covenant
Antonyms for covenant
Related Words
Word Forms
- covenants
- covenaunt
- covenanting
- covenanted
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for covenant?
Common synonyms include pact, agreement, compact, concordat.
What is the opposite of covenant?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use covenant in a sentence?
Jupiter Covenanted with him, that it should be Hot or Cold, Wet or Dry, […] as the Tenant should Direct.
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