steadfast pledge

[ˈstɛdfæst plɛdʒ]
noun phrasepl: steadfast pledges
promessa inabalável
1. A firm and unwavering commitment or promise that is resolute and dependable
He made a steadfast pledge to support his family through any hardship.
Ele fez uma promessa inabalável de apoiar sua família em qualquer dificuldade.
2. A solemn vow or commitment that demonstrates loyalty and determination
The candidate's steadfast pledge to reform the healthcare system resonated with voters.
A promessa inabalável do candidato de reformar o sistema de saúde ressoou com os eleitores.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, a 'steadfast pledge' carries significant weight as a marker of personal integrity and trustworthiness. In Brazil, such pledges are often made in family, religious, and political contexts and are viewed as reflections of one's moral character. In the United States, similar pledges are common in political discourse, business contracts, and personal relationships, often invoking the phrase 'I give you my word' or 'on my honor.'
NYC Slang
solid promise / word is bond
Synonyms / Sinônimos
firm commitmentunwavering promiseresolute vowsteadfast promisesolemn commitment
Antonyms / Antônimos
broken promisefalse pledgeempty vowfleeting commitment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
promessa inabalável
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
promessa firme e inabalável
More elaborate formal expression
São Paulo
promessa sólida
Business and formal contexts
Portugal
promessa inabalável
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal and literary usage

Related Words

commitmentdedicationloyaltydeterminationresolutionfidelity

Related Idioms & Phrases

as good as one's word
put one's money where one's mouth is
true to one's word
stand by one's pledge
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