be committed to — to be dedicated to or devoted to something; to promise or pledge oneself to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to be dedicated to or devoted to something; to promise or pledge oneself to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /bi kəˈmɪtɪd tu/
Example Sentences
- My cat is more committed to sleeping than I am to studying.
- He's committed to going to the gym, but his commitment lasts about three days.
- The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 50%.
be committed to
NOUN[/bi kəˈmɪtɪd tu/]
to be dedicated to or devoted to something; to promise or pledge oneself to do something
to be dedicated to or devoted to something; to promise or pledge oneself to do something
Be committed to your dreams until you're admitted and permitted!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin committere, which combines com- (together) and mittere (to send). Originally meaning 'to entrust together' or 'to consign', the term evolved through Old French and Middle English to develop the modern sense of 'to dedicate oneself' or 'to pledge'.
Breakdown
com- (together) + mittere (to send) = committere (to entrust, consign). The phrase 'be committed to' uses the past participle form committed as an adjective meaning dedicated or pledged.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is more committed to sleeping than I am to studying.”
“He's committed to going to the gym, but his commitment lasts about three days.”
“The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 50%.”
“She is committed to finishing her novel before the deadline.”
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