Commitment

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /kəˈmɪtmənt/

Definitions of commitment

noun the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity

Example Sentences

A1 I made a commitment to exercise every day.

A2 Her commitment to her studies paid off in the end.

B1 His commitment to the project never wavered.

B2 The team's commitment to excellence was evident in their work.

C1 She showed unwavering commitment to her goals.

C2 The CEO's commitment to sustainability was reflected in the company's practices.

adjective committed (showing dedication or loyalty)

Example Sentences

A1 She showed great commitment to her studies by always completing her homework on time.

A2 His commitment to his job is evident in the long hours he puts in every week.

B1 The team's commitment to winning the championship was unwavering, even in the face of adversity.

B2 Her commitment to social justice issues led her to volunteer at multiple organizations in her community.

C1 The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in their use of eco-friendly materials and practices.

C2 His commitment to excellence in his work has earned him numerous awards and accolades in his field.

Examples of commitment in a Sentence

formal The company values employees who show dedication and commitment to their work.

informal If you want to succeed in this job, you have to show some serious commitment.

slang You gotta be all in, no half-hearted commitment allowed.

figurative His commitment to the cause was like a burning flame that could not be extinguished.

Grammatical Forms of commitment

past tense

committed

plural

commitments

comparative

more committed

superlative

most committed

present tense

commit

future tense

will commit

perfect tense

have committed

continuous tense

is committing

singular

commitment

positive degree

committed

infinitive

to commit

gerund

committing

participle

committed

Origin and Evolution of commitment

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'commitment' originated from the Latin word 'committere', which means to entrust or consign.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of entrusting something to someone, the meaning of 'commitment' has evolved to represent a promise or obligation to a cause, relationship, or goal.