Basic Details
Word: Pledge
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A serious promise or commitment to do something.
Synonyms: Promise, vow, commitment
Antonyms: Disavowal, denial, breach
Idioms and Phrases
- Give your word: To make a promise or pledge. Example: "I give you my word that I will help you with your homework."
- Pledge allegiance: To publicly promise loyalty to a group or cause. Example: "Every morning, we pledge allegiance to the flag at school."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After much deliberation, she made a pledge to volunteer at the animal shelter every weekend.
Example 2: The charity event was a success, as many people made financial pledges to support the cause.
Example 3: He took a pledge to always be honest, no matter how difficult it might be.
Fun Fact
The word "pledge" comes from the Old French word "plege," which means "to give in trust." It shows how promises are often seen as valuable commitments.
Famous Quote
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pledge" mean?
a) To break a promise
b) A serious promise or commitment
c) A writing tool
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) A serious promise or commitment
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pledge"?
a) Denial
b) Commitment
c) Breach
d) Question
Answer: b) Commitment
3. Which word means the opposite of "pledge"?
a) Assurance
b) Promise
c) Disavowal
d) Vow
Answer: c) Disavowal
4. Which sentence uses "pledge" correctly?
a) She made a pledge to always tell the truth.
b) He ate a pledge for breakfast.
c) They danced to the pledge song.
d) The pledge was happy to see us.
Answer: a) She made a pledge to always tell the truth.
5. What does it mean to "pledge allegiance"?
a) To promise to tell the truth
b) To publicly promise loyalty to a group or cause
c) To break a commitment
d) To write a letter
Answer: b) To publicly promise loyalty to a group or cause
