Dictionary definition · swear
verb
- utter obscenities or profanities"The drunken men were cursing loudly in the street"
- to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true"Before God I swear I am innocent"
- promise solemnly; take an oath
- make a deposition; declare under oath
- have faith or confidence in"you can count on me to help you any time"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).