committed

[kuh-mit-id]

adjective

1. bound or obligated to a person or thing, as by pledge or assurance; devoted.

   Children need warm and committed parents.

Word History and Origins

Origin of committed¹

First recorded in 1840–45; commit ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

He wasn’t committed, though, as two winter paintings illustrate.

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However, it “can be very confusing to actually execute, so it takes a committed and savvy investor to make it work.”

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“The Department understands the public’s interest in this case and remains committed to transparency when possible. Information will be made available once the court order is lifted,” the examiner’s office said.

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A Boeing spokesman said the company remains committed to supporting NASA’s goals through the ongoing development of Starliner, a spokesman said.

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He was committed for further examination and released on bail by Sheriff Bernard Ablett.

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