v. t. | 1. | To declare openly, as something believed to be right; to own or acknowledge frankly; |
2. | (Law) To acknowledge and justify, as an act done. See Avowry. | |
n. | 1. | Avowal. |
v. t. & i. | 1. | To bind, or to devote, by a vow. |
n. | 1. | A vow or determination. |
Verb | 1. | avow - to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent" |
2. | avow - admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about Synonyms: avouch Antonyms: disavow - refuse to acknowledge; disclaim knowledge of; responsibility for, or association with; "Her husband disavowed her after 30 years of marriage and six children" |