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Pact

/pækt/ · noun

Meaning

An agreement; a compact; a covenant..

Definitions by Sense

  1. An agreement; a compact; a covenant.
  2. (international law) An agreement between two or more nations
  3. (military) An alliance or coalition.
  4. (intransitive) To form a pact; to agree formally.

Example Sentences

write up a pact
New sisters at the sorority have to agree to the pact set out by the former members.
When national elites pacted in Mexico, they pacted to the advantage of the elites as against the masses and also to the advantage of the center as against the provinces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does pact mean?

Pact means An agreement; a compact; a covenant..

What is a synonym for pact?

Common synonyms include accord, agreement, bond, compact.

What is the opposite of pact?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use pact in a sentence?

write up a pact

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