1. formal agreements or contracts, especially those that are legally binding
Usage: legal
2. solemn agreements between God and people in religious contexts
Usage: religious

1. makes a formal agreement or promise, especially in legal or religious contexts
Usage: formal

Examples

• The property deed contained several restrictive covenants about land use.
• Biblical covenants between God and humanity are central to many faiths.
• The homeowners association enforces neighborhood covenants strictly.
• Ancient covenants often involved ceremonial rituals and sacrifices.
• The company covenants to maintain environmental standards.
• Marriage covenants represent sacred commitments between partners.
• The loan agreement covenants require monthly financial reporting.