Troth
/trɑːθ/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Marriage Promise
Primarily used in a historical or ceremonial context when someone promises to marry.
In the days of yore, knights plighted their troth to ladies.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary Usage
More common in historical or literary texts, not used in everyday conversation.
She read a novel where the hero plighted his troth to his beloved.
Pro Tip 3/3Solemn Commitment
It indicates a serious and formal commitment, not just a casual promise.
When he gave his troth, everyone knew he would not waver.
Compare with
CommitmentFaithfulFidelityLoyaltyOathPledgePromiseVow
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