
Bounden
Moral Imperative
Use 'bounden' to express a strong moral commitment, often linked to social responsibility.
It's our bounden responsibility to protect the environment.
Old-fashioned Tone
'Bounden' can feel old-timey, so it's often used to sound traditional or deliberately archaic.
In his speech, he referred to the audience’s bounden allegiance to the crown.
Formal Contexts
'Bounden' suits formal occasions and documents, giving a sense of gravity and importance.
The contract outlines your bounden obligations as a tenant.