commitment

noun

kə-ˈmit-mənt How to pronounce commitment (audio)
Definition of commitmentnext
1
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty his frequent absences made others question his commitment to the political campaign

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2
as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement they made a commitment to pay the bill upon receipt of their order

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Recent Examples of commitment Each summit is meant to showcase the commitment to collective security — the all-for-one, one-for-all pledge enshrined in Article 5 of NATO’s treaty. — Lorne Cook, Fortune, 5 July 2026 The summit in Ankara will test whether those commitments can be translated into military capabilities. — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 5 July 2026 One example is our commitment to never use single-use plastics in our inflight service. — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 The program is month-to-month with no contracts or minimum commitment. — Jay Sparks, USA Today, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for commitment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
  1. dedication
  2. obligation
  3. loyalty
  4. responsibility
  5. allegiance
  6. duty
  7. devotion
  8. need
Noun
  • His work on the show was commemorated with a special dedication.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • But the skillful way in which they are woven together belies the efforts that went into telling this story, and Lovely Reader, this dedication to quality fascinates me.
    — Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of dedication
Noun
  • But when a mysterious stranger begins blackmailing Neve, she is forced to compromise every legal, moral, and ethical obligation to gain an acquittal — or else risk her dark secrets being exposed.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 15 July 2026
  • Former European Commissioner Thierry Breton was targeted partly for sending a letter to X in 2024 concerning X’s obligations under the Digital Services Act.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026
Definition of obligation
Noun
  • Set in and around the heart of bourbon country, the series mines explosive comedy from ideological collision and dysfunctional family loyalty.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 July 2026
  • The show has certainly savaged Democrats at times, but its progressive loyalties have only grown clearer over the years.
    — Chris Smith, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026
Definition of loyalty
Noun
  • One employee took responsibility for not catching the boys’ early and unapproved departure.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • How does personal responsibility enter into this world of unfathomable dangers?
    — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
Definition of responsibility
Noun
  • Twin Temple was dropped from two dates on country singer Charley Crockett’s tour over their use of Satanic imagery and allegiance to Satanism.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 July 2026
  • But there is no doubt that switching allegiances can be far more than mercenary.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 10 July 2026
Definition of allegiance
Noun
  • The first and most important thing to remember is that both people — but especially Bellingham — will have conducted their post-match duties in a state of physical and emotional exhaustion.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • Dax, an 18-month-old Belgian Malinois from Poland, is certified in patrol duties, including apprehension and suspect searches, as well as firearms and ammunition detection.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of duty
Noun
  • To his supporters, Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the steadfast, fearless leader who transcended mere politics and inspired devotion.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • What makes these behaviors especially dangerous is that they’re often disguised as concern or devotion.
    — Mark Travers, CNBC, 5 July 2026
Definition of devotion
Noun
  • Still, the Cubs have acknowledged the need to put more resources into their pitching corps.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • This shortage impacts both skilled and entry-level roles, indicating a need for job-ready individuals.
    — Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
Definition of need

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