Simple Definition of committed

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committed

adjective

: willing to give your time, energy, etc., to something : loyal dedicated

We're very committed to the cause.

a committed environmentalist

committed [=faithful] Christians

I'm not married but I'm in a committed relationship. [=I'm in a serious and lasting romantic relationship with someone]

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