(Bible) an agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return
"The biblical covenant established that if Israel obeyed God's laws, He would protect their land."
An agreement to do or not do a particular thing.
"The company signed a strict covenant not to disclose any proprietary information during the merger negotiations."
In plain English: A covenant is a serious promise between people to do something together, often with religious meaning.
"The two companies signed a covenant to cooperate on future projects."
Usage: Use this word primarily in religious contexts regarding divine promises or formal legal agreements between parties rather than casual contracts. It implies a solemn binding obligation that is stronger and more personal than standard terms like "agreement" or "pact."
enter into a covenant
"The two neighbors decided to enter into a covenant to maintain their shared garden every weekend."
enter into a covenant or formal agreement
"They covenanted with Judas for 30 pieces of silver"
"The nations covenanted to fight terrorism around the world"
To enter into, or promise something by, a covenant.
"The community agreed to maintain their shared garden through a formal covenant signed by all residents."
In plain English: To covenant means to make a serious promise that you intend to keep forever.
"The two neighbors covenanted to keep their yard free from overgrown weeds for everyone's benefit."
The word "covenant" comes from the Latin verb conveniō, meaning "to agree." It entered English via Old French as an agreement or pact.