Commitment: meaning, definitions and examples
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commitment
[ kəˈmɪtmənt ]
work or personal life
The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or goal.
Synonyms
dedication, devotion, loyalty, resolve.
Examples of usage
- He showed great commitment to his job by working overtime to meet the deadline.
- She has a strong commitment to helping the less fortunate in her community.
relationship
A promise or pledge to do something or to be in a relationship with someone.
Synonyms
obligation, pledge, promise, vow.
Examples of usage
- The couple made a commitment to each other to always support and care for one another.
- She made a commitment to her friend to keep their conversation confidential.
legal
An agreement or contract to do something in the future.
Synonyms
agreement, contract, promise, undertaking.
Examples of usage
- They signed a commitment to purchase the property within the specified time frame.
- The company made a commitment to follow all safety regulations in their operations.
Translations
Translations of the word "commitment" in other languages:
🇵🇹 compromisso
🇮🇳 प्रतिबद्धता
🇩🇪 Verpflichtung
🇮🇩 komitmen
🇺🇦 зобов'язання
🇵🇱 zaangażowanie
🇯🇵 約束 (やくそく)
🇫🇷 engagement
🇪🇸 compromiso
🇹🇷 taahhüt
🇰🇷 약속 (yak-sok)
🇸🇦 التزام
🇨🇿 závazek
🇸🇰 záväzok
🇨🇳 承诺 (chéngnuò)
🇸🇮 zaveza
🇮🇸 skuldbinding
🇰🇿 міндеттеме
🇬🇪 ვალდებულება
🇦🇿 öhdəlik
🇲🇽 compromiso
Etymology
The word 'commitment' originated from the Latin word 'committere', which means to entrust or consign. It first appeared in the English language in the 16th century. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent a sense of dedication, promise, or obligation. The concept of commitment is fundamental in various aspects of life, including relationships, work, and personal goals.
See also: commit, commitments, committed, committee, uncommitted.