committed

adjective

com·​mit·​ted kə-ˈmi-təd 

1

: placed in confinement (as in a mental institution)

committed patients

2

: having made a pledge or commitment to someone (such as a romantic partner) or something (such as a cause)

committed partners

a committed parent/teacher

strongly committed to the fight for equal rights

also : characterized by such a pledge or commitment

two people in a committed relationship

Examples of committed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of chasing trends, smart companies stay committed to long-term brand building and reputation management. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025

Toor, of the Colorado Energy Office, said the state remains committed to boosting the use of renewable energy and addressing climate change. —Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 13 July 2025

The ultimate fixes are not going to be easy to implement, but are relatively straightforward to identify, starting with leadership that is actually committed to improving things, which is why Swain’s earlier move to institute a receiver in all but name was positive. —New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 13 July 2025

The Battle at the Beach could provide an extended look at Santa Margarita quarterback Trace Johnson, a transfer from Florida who is committed to Tulane. —Dan Albano, Oc Register, 11 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing committed

• committed relationship

Rhymes for committed

• acquitted
• admitted
• befitted
• emitted
• omitted
• outfitted
• outwitted
• permitted
• refitted
• remitted
• submitted
• transmitted