pledged
/plɛd͡ʒd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Under the obligation of a promise made.
Adjective
Examples
But, you know, Max, I am pledged to carry through the Vandeeming affair here in town.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “pledged” mean?
Under the obligation of a promise made.
Is “pledged” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.