indebted
ihn-DEH-tihd
Indebted (adj) means owing money to someone. Example: “Many students leave university indebted for years.”
adj
1
Owing money to someone.
"Many students leave university indebted for years."
2
Feeling grateful for a favour or help received.
"I'm deeply indebted to my mentor for her guidance."
How to use indebted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOwing something back — either money, or gratitude for help given.
Common pairings
deeply indebted
indebted to
heavily indebted
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more indebted
- Superlative
- most indebted
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Frequently asked questions
What does “indebted” mean?
The word “indebted” means owing money to someone. In plain terms, owing something back — either money, or gratitude for help given.
How do you pronounce “indebted”?
“Indebted” is pronounced ihn-DEH-tihd (/ɪnˈdɛtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “indebted” in a sentence?
Here is “indebted” used in a sentence: “Many students leave university indebted for years.”
What is another word for “indebted”?
Words with a similar meaning to “indebted” include beholden and obliged.
What part of speech is “indebted”?
“Indebted” is an adjective.
Is “indebted” a common word?
“Indebted” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “indebted” have?
“Indebted” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: owing money to someone.
