· a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one; "finds himself in a most awkward predicament"; "the woeful plight of homeless people"
Synonym(s): predicament, quandary
Hypernym(s): difficulty
· a solemn pledge of fidelity
Synonym(s): troth
Hypernym(s): assurance, pledge
· give to in marriage
Synonym(s): betroth, engage, affiance
Hypernym(s): vow
· promise solemnly and formally; "I pledge that I will honor my wife"
Synonym(s): pledge