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Meaning of Pact

A formal agreement or promise between two or more parties.

In simple words: An agreement between two or more parties.

Pact in a sentence

  • The two countries signed a pact to ensure peace.
  • They made a pact to support each other through thick and thin.
  • The environmental pact aims to reduce pollution levels.
  • After much discussion, they reached a pact on the project terms.
  • The leaders entered into a historic pact for cooperation.
  • The students created a pact to study regularly together.

How to use Pact

Used primarily in formal contexts; avoid in casual conversation. Often involves serious agreements or commitments.

Grammar pattern

make + a pact

Memory hint

Think of 'pack' as a group making a serious promise together.

Related words

Collocations with Pact

  • sign a pact
  • enter into a pact
  • make a pact
  • breach a pact
  • renew a pact

Synonyms for Pact

Common mistakes with Pact

  • Confused with 'pack' which refers to a group or a bundle.
  • Used 'pact' when a less formal term like 'agreement' is more appropriate.
  • Assuming 'pact' is a verb; it is a noun.

Compare Pact with Agreement, Treaty, Contract, Deal

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Frequently asked questions about Pact

What does Pact mean?

An agreement between two or more parties.

What is the definition of Pact?

A formal agreement or promise between two or more parties.

How do you use Pact in a sentence?

The two countries signed a pact to ensure peace.

Can you give another example of Pact?

They made a pact to support each other through thick and thin.

What are synonyms for Pact?

Common alternatives include agreement, treaty, contract, compact, deal.

What words go with Pact?

It commonly pairs with sign a pact, enter into a pact, make a pact, breach a pact, renew a pact.

What are common mistakes when using Pact?

Confused with 'pack' which refers to a group or a bundle. Used 'pact' when a less formal term like 'agreement' is more appropriate. Assuming 'pact' is a verb; it is a noun.

How do you pronounce Pact?

US: //pækt//, UK: //pækt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Pact formal or informal?

"Pact" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Pact?

Used primarily in formal contexts; avoid in casual conversation. Often involves serious agreements or commitments.