Avowed

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -aÊŠd

Origin

avow + -ed

Verb

1. avowed

   (past of avow)

Full definition of avowed

Adjective

1. openly acknowledged
2. positively stated
3. asserted under oath, or vow
• 1678, John Bunyan, :His first avowed intent, to be a pilgrim - Who would true valour see

Derived terms

• avowedly

Related terms

• avowable