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Synonyms
cov·e·nant (kŭv́ə-nənt)

[Middle English, from Old French, from present participle of convenir, to agree; see convene.]

noun 

  1. A binding agreement; a compact. See synonyms at bargain
  2. Law
    1. A formal sealed agreement or contract.
    2. A suit to recover damages for violation of such a contract.
  3. In the Bible, God's promise to the human race.

verb: -nant·ed, -nant·ing, -nants. 

transitive verb 

To promise by or as if by a covenant.

intransitive verb 

To enter into a covenant.

derivatives

cov́e·nant́al
adjective
cov́e·nant́al·ly
adverb