Allegiance
U.S. Naturalization Test (2025 Standard) glossary · English
Definition
Loyalty. The Oath of Allegiance is your promise of loyalty to the United States.
Allegiance in plain English
Allegiance simply means loyalty, being faithful and committed to something. When you become a U.S. citizen, the final step is the Oath of Allegiance, where you promise out loud to be loyal to the United States and support its Constitution and laws. It's like the vow at the heart of joining a team for good: you're no longer just a guest, you're pledging to stand with the country. That single promise is the moment you officially become an American.
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