oath breaking
Violating sworn word
Oath breaking is the violation of a solemn promise or sworn commitment.
The term carries weight because oaths traditionally invoke divine witness or sacred honor—breaking one isn't merely changing your mind but betraying a bond meant to be unbreakable.
The knight was banished for oath breaking.
In fantasy and historical contexts, oath breaking often brings supernatural consequences or permanent dishonor.
- false testimonyLying while legally sworn
- false witnessUntruthful sworn statement
- perjuryCriminal courtroom dishonesty
- breach of contractFailure to perform agreed duties
- bad faithIntentional deception in dealings
contempt of court · hypocrisy · betrayal · deceitfulness · duplicity · treachery · chivalric codes · forsworn · crossed fingers · pinky promise · guilt · dishonesty · religious vows · apostasy · remorse · shame · infidelity · unfaithfulness
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- betrayalsbackstabbing, cheating, disloyalty, double-crossing, infidelity
- historical crimestreason, heresy, blasphemy, witchcraft, piracy
- MedeaMedea, Jason, Euripides, sorceress, infanticide
- political intrigueintrigue, conspiracy, treason, plot, collusion
- forbidden actsblasphemy, idolatry, sacrilege, adultery, incest
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Faithful commitment to another
fidelity · faithfulness · fealty · allegiance · steadfastness
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Moral soundness and consistency
honor · rectitude · probity · uprightness · good faith
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