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committed
kuh-MIH-tihd
Committed (adj) means Dedicated to a cause, goal, or course of action. Example: “She's a committed volunteer who never misses a shift.”
adj
1
Dedicated to a cause, goal, or course of action.
"She's a committed volunteer who never misses a shift."
"He remained committed to the plan despite the setbacks."
"The committed teacher stayed late every week to help her struggling students."
2
In an exclusive, serious romantic relationship.
"They've been in a committed relationship for three years."
"He told his friends he was happily committed and not looking to date anyone else."
"Are you single, or are you already committed to someone?"
How to use committed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDedicated and reliable, or (of a relationship) exclusive and serious.
Common pairings
committed relationship
deeply committed
committed to the cause
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- Comparative
- more committed
- Superlative
- most committed
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What does “committed” mean?
The word “committed” means dedicated to a cause, goal, or course of action. In plain terms, dedicated and reliable, or (of a relationship) exclusive and serious.
How do you pronounce “committed”?
“Committed” is pronounced kuh-MIH-tihd (/kəˈmɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “committed” in a sentence?
Here is “committed” used in a sentence: “She's a committed volunteer who never misses a shift.”
What part of speech is “committed”?
“Committed” is an adjective.
Is “committed” a common word?
“Committed” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “committed” have?
“Committed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dedicated to a cause, goal, or course of action.
What is the difference between committed and dedicated?
The words are close and often interchangeable. 'Committed' stresses a binding pledge or obligation you have chosen to honour, while 'dedicated' stresses the devotion of time, energy, and loyalty to something. You can be committed to a goal by promise and dedicated to it through effort — usually you are both.
What does it mean to be committed to something?
Being committed means you have bound yourself to a cause, goal, or course of action and intend to see it through, even when it is difficult. It implies reliability, persistence, and loyalty — following through on promises rather than giving up when enthusiasm fades or obstacles appear.
Is 'committed' a positive word?
Generally, yes. Calling someone committed praises their dedication, reliability, and staying power — valued traits in work, relationships, and causes. The word only turns negative alongside something harmful, as in 'committed to a bad idea', where the same persistence becomes stubbornness. In most everyday use it is a compliment.
What is the difference between 'committed' and 'commitment'?
'Committed' is an adjective describing a person or attitude — a committed volunteer. 'Commitment' is the noun naming the pledge or dedication itself — making a commitment. You show commitment by being committed. One describes the quality; the other names the thing you give or make.
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