commitment (n.)

  1. the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose; a man of energy and commitment

    [ Syn: committedness ]

  2. the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action; his long commitment to public service; they felt no loyalty to a losing team

    [ Syn: allegiance , loyalty , dedication ]

  3. an engagement by contract involving financial obligation; his business commitments took him to London'

  4. a message that makes a pledge

    [ Syn: dedication ]

  5. the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)

    [ Syn: committal , consignment ]

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