American English
/kʰəˈmɪt̚.mn̩t̚/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
A serious promise to do something or to support a person, group, or cause.
Practice out loudA serious promise to do something or to support a person, group, or cause.
She made a commitment to reduce waste.
He kept his commitment to help the team.
make a commitment · keep a commitment · honor a commitment · a firm commitment
[someone] makes a commitment to [do something]
[someone] keeps a commitment to [someone/something]
A responsibility or arrangement that takes your time or prevents you from doing something else.
I can't go out tonight; I have a prior commitment.
Looking after a puppy is a big commitment.
a prior commitment · family commitments · a time commitment · a financial commitment
[someone] has a commitment on [day/time]
[someone] takes on a commitment to [do something]
Strong support for or dedication to a person, activity, or cause.
Her commitment to her students is impressive.
The project needs long-term commitment from its volunteers.
strong commitment · deep commitment · long-term commitment · commitment to excellence
[someone] shows commitment to [something]
[someone]'s commitment to [something] is clear
to make a serious promise or decision to do something
The company made a commitment to lower its emissions.
to do what you promised to do
She always keeps her commitments.
a promise, responsibility, or dedication that lasts for a long time
Buying a home is a long-term commitment.