Synonyms for Swear (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (make a deposition; declare under oath):
depose, depone
WordNet sense 2 (to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true):
affirm, assert, aver, avow, swan, verify
WordNet sense 3 (utter obscenities or profanities):
blaspheme, curse, cuss, imprecate
WordNet sense 4 (have confidence or faith in):
bank, rely, trust
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