COVENANT: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for COVENANT?

Need another word that means the same as “covenant”? Find 34 synonyms and 30 related words for “covenant” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Covenant” are: compact, concordat, contract, treaty, pact, accord, deal, bargain, settlement, protocol, entente, agreement, arrangement, understanding, pledge, promise, bond, indenture, guarantee, warrant, undertake, give an undertaking, agree, vow, commit oneself, bind oneself, give one's word, enter into an agreement, engage

Covenant as a Noun

Definitions of "Covenant" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “covenant” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A formal agreement, contract, or promise in writing, especially one undertaking to make regular payments to a charity.
• An agreement.
• A clause in a contract drawn up by deed.
• An agreement which brings about a relationship of commitment between God and his people. The Jewish faith is based on the biblical covenants made with Abraham, Moses, and David.
• (Bible) an agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return.
• An agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return.
• A signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action.

Synonyms of "Covenant" as a noun (20 Words)

accord	Agreement or harmony. We are in accord with your proposal.
agreement	The condition of having the same number, gender, case, and/or person as another word. They had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other s business.
arrangement	An organized structure for arranging or classifying. An intricate arrangement of gravel paths.
bargain	A thing bought or offered for sale much more cheaply than is usual or expected. She got a bargain at the auction.
bond	Money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial. A 10 000 bond was furnished by an alderman.
compact	A mass of powdered metal compacted together in preparation for sintering. Strength is then introduced by infiltrating glass into the compact.
concordat	An agreement or treaty, especially one between the Vatican and a secular government relating to matters of mutual interest. Napoleon I s concordat with the papacy.
contract	Contract bridge the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make. South can make the contract with correct play.
deal	The set of hands dealt to the players. He rose to prominence through a series of shady deals.
entente	An informal alliance between countries. The emperor hoped to bring about an entente with Russia.
guarantee	A thing serving as security for a guarantee. A degree is no guarantee of a fast track career.
indenture	The state of being bound to service by an indenture. The 30 apprentices have received their indentures on completion of their training.
pact	A formal agreement between individuals or parties. The country negotiated a trade pact with the US.
pledge	Someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group. His saxophone was in pledge.
promise	An indication that something is likely to occur. He showed great promise even as a junior officer.
protocol	A procedure for carrying out a scientific experiment or a course of medical treatment. A protocol to the treaty allowed for this Danish referendum.
settlement	The process of establishing a settlement or settlements. A boundary wall which has cracked due to settlement is to be replaced.
treaty	A formally concluded and ratified agreement between states. The two Presidents signed a ten year treaty of solidarity.
understanding	The capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination. He and I have an understanding.
warrant	A document issued by a legal or government official authorizing the police or another body to make an arrest, search premises, or carry out some other action relating to the administration of justice. We ll issue you with a travel warrant.

Usage Examples of "Covenant" as a noun

• There was a covenant between them that her name was never to be mentioned.

Covenant as a Verb

Definitions of "Covenant" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “covenant” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Enter into a covenant.
• Undertake to give (a sum of money) regularly to charity by means of a covenant.
• Enter into a covenant or formal agreement.
• Agree by lease, deed, or other legal contract.

Synonyms of "Covenant" as a verb (14 Words)

agree	Reach agreement about something after negotiation. I don t agree with random drugs testing in schools.
bind oneself	Bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted.
commit oneself	Engage in or perform.
contract	Enter into a contractual arrangement. Glass contracts as it cools.
engage	Engage for service under a term of contract. She had offered to engage a room in the house of the woman.
enter into an agreement	Become a participant; be involved in.
give an undertaking	Inflict as a punishment.
give one's word	Cause to happen or be responsible for.
guarantee	Provide a guarantee for. The company guarantees to refund your money.
pledge	Bind or secure by a pledge. I was pledged to silence.
promise	Promise to undertake or give. I ve been promised to him for years.
undertake	Enter upon an activity or enterprise. A lorry driver implicitly undertakes that he is reasonably skilled as a driver.
vow	Make a vow promise. I vowed myself to this enterprise.
warrant	Provide adequate grounds to justify (a certain course of action. I warrant this information.

Usage Examples of "Covenant" as a verb

• They covenanted with Judas for 30 pieces of silver.
• The company have covenanted £1,000 a year to the Law Library.
• The nations covenanted to fight terrorism around the world.
• The landlord covenants to repair the property.

Associations of "Covenant" (30 Words)

accord	Allow to have. Opposition groups refused to sign the accord.
allegiance	Loyalty or commitment to a superior or to a group or cause. A complex pattern of cross party allegiances.
anticipate	Guess or be aware of (what will happen) and take action in order to be prepared. This is to anticipate the argument.
commitment	The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc. With so many business commitments time for recreation was limited.
concordat	A signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action. Napoleon I s concordat with the papacy.
contract	The highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make. He has just signed a contract keeping him with the club.
devotion	Prayers or religious observances. She went to her devotions.
faithfulness	The quality of being faithful. Faithfulness in marriage.
fidelity	The quality of being faithful. His fidelity to liberal ideals.
forsake	Leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch. He would never forsake Tara.
fulfillment	The act of consummating something (a desire or promise etc.
honesty	Southeastern European plant cultivated for its fragrant purplish flowers and round flat papery silver-white seedpods that are used for indoor decoration. I bought potatoes and tomatoes from the roadside stall putting 3 in the honesty box.
loyalty	A strong feeling of support or allegiance. His extreme loyalty to the Crown.
negotiation	Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement. The buyout negotiation lasted several days.
oath	A commitment to tell the truth especially in a court of law to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury. Each took the oath and then gave evidence.
pact	A written agreement between two states or sovereigns. The country negotiated a trade pact with the US.
pledge	Bind or secure by a pledge. Japan pledged 100 million in humanitarian aid.
posterity	All future generations. The victims names are recorded for posterity.
promise	Promise to undertake or give. Dawn came with the promise of fine weather.
prophecy	Knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source. A bleak prophecy of war and ruin.
prophesy	Predict or reveal through, or as if through, divine inspiration. Jacques was prophesying a bumper harvest.
ratification	The action of signing or giving formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement, making it officially valid. Ratification of the treaty raised problems in several member states.
ratify	Approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation. Both countries were due to ratify the treaty by the end of the year.
renege	Fail to fulfill a promise or obligation. The government had reneged on its election promises.
satisfaction	Compensation for a wrong. The chef tasted the sauce with great satisfaction.
soothsayer	A person supposed to be able to foresee the future.
stipulate	Demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of an agreement. They stipulated to release all the prisoners.
terms	The amount of money needed to purchase something. On good terms with her in laws.
treaty	A written agreement between two states or sovereigns. The two Presidents signed a ten year treaty of solidarity.
troth	A mutual promise to marry. A token of troth.