English dictionary

covenant

/'k/@/v/@/n/@/nt/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action

noun.communication

Synonyms compact concordat

Source: WordNet 3.0
(Bible) an agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return

noun.communication

Source: WordNet 3.0
A mutual agreement of two or more persons or parties, or one of the stipulations in such an agreement.

noun

Source: webster1913

enter into a covenant

verb.social

Source: WordNet 3.0
enter into a covenant or formal agreement

verb.communication

Examples
They covenanted with Judas for 30 pieces of silver.

The nations covenanted to fight terrorism around the world.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To agree (with); to enter into a formal agreement; to bind one's self by contract; to make a stipulation.

verb

Source: webster1913
To grant or promise by covenant.

verb

Source: webster1913