uncommitted

adjective

un·​com·​mit·​ted ˌən-kə-ˈmi-təd How to pronounce uncommitted (audio)
: not committed
specifically : not pledged to a particular belief, allegiance, or program
uncommitted voters

Examples of uncommitted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter ahead of this year’s festival, the director is firmly uncommitted. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 While their independent nature, proactiveness, and inclination toward exploring multiple revenue opportunities may come across as disengaged or uncommitted to older workers, Gen Zers are hard-working and have high expectations for themselves. Marcie Merriman, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for uncommitted 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncommitted was in the 15th century

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“Uncommitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncommitted. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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uncommitted

adjective
un·​com·​mit·​ted ˌən-kə-ˈmit-əd How to pronounce uncommitted (audio)
: not committed
especially : not pledged to a particular belief, allegiance, or program
uncommitted voters

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