commitment
gb/kəmˈɪtmənt/ us/kəmˈɪtmənt/
B1
English
~ 1400
vállalás, elköteleződés, kötelezettségvállalás, elkötelezettség, intézeti elhelyezés, börtönbe zárás, kényszergyógykezelés
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
a commitment to [do something]
She made a commitment to help at the shelter every weekend.
Kötelezettséget vállalt arra, hogy minden hétvégén segít a menhelyen.
His commitment to the project impressed his boss.
Az, hogy elkötelezte magát a projekt mellett, lenyűgözte a főnökét.
Marriage is a serious commitment that should not be entered into lightly.
The athlete’s commitment to training led to her success.
We need your full commitment if we are to succeed.
Learner examples
I made a commitment to study every day.
Kötelezettséget vállaltam arra, hogy mindennap tanulok.
She has a strong commitment to her family.
Nagyon elkötelezett a családja iránt.
He gave a commitment to finish the work.
They have a commitment to help the poor.
This job needs a big commitment.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'commitment' with 'appointment'. 'Commitment' is an obligation or promise, while 'appointment' is a meeting time.
Meaning
A firm promise or decision
Collocations
make a commitment
|honor a commitment
|long-term commitment
|commitment to excellence
|show commitment
Synonyms
promise (More general; can be less formal or binding than 'commitment'.)
Antonyms
reneging (Breaking a promise or going back on an agreement.)
Themes
relationships
|work
|values
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A strong promise or plan to do something.
A firm promise, decision, or obligation to do something or support someone.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
commitment to [something]
Her commitment to her studies earned her top grades.
A tanulmányai iránti elkötelezettségének köszönhetően kiváló jegyeket szerzett.
The team's commitment was clear in their performance.
A csapat elkötelezettsége egyértelműen látszott a teljesítményükön.
We admire his commitment to environmental causes.
Without commitment, you cannot achieve long-term goals.
Learner examples
He has great commitment to his job.
Nagyon elkötelezett a munkája iránt.
She shows commitment in every task.
Minden feladatban elkötelezettséget mutat.
We need more commitment from the players.
Their commitment to the project is strong.
Meaning
Dedication or strong focus on something
Collocations
demonstrate commitment
|show real commitment
|commitment to learning
|level of commitment
Synonyms
dedication ('Dedication' emphasizes effort and enthusiasm, often without the sense of obligation inherent in 'commitment'.)
Antonyms
indifference (Lack of interest or concern.)
Themes
motivation
|values
|core_vocabulary
|relationships
Definition
Being loyal and working hard for something you care about.
The quality of being dedicated, loyal, and persistent toward a cause, activity, or relationship.
NOUN
B2
3
The court ordered his commitment to a mental health facility.
A bíróság elrendelte, hogy pszichiátriai intézetben helyezzék el.
Her involuntary commitment lasted three weeks.
A kényszergyógykezelése három hétig tartott.
Commitment proceedings will begin next month.
Learner examples
The judge ordered his commitment to prison.
A bíró elrendelte a börtönbe zárását.
She faced commitment after the trial.
A tárgyalás után intézeti elhelyezéssel kellett szembenéznie.
Commitment can happen if someone is dangerous.
Meaning
Official act of sending someone to prison or hospital
Collocations
psychiatric commitment
|involuntary commitment
|commitment order
Synonyms
incarceration (Refers specifically to imprisonment; does not include hospitalization.)
Antonyms
release (The act of setting someone free from prison or hospital.)
Themes
law
|health
Definition
When the law sends someone to prison or a hospital for treatment.
The official act of sending someone to prison or a psychiatric hospital by legal authority.
Grammar
Dictionary form
commitment
IPA
GB/kəmˈɪtmənt/
US/kəmˈɪtmənt/
Syllables & stress
com - mit - ment (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (mit)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: commitment
- Plural: commitment, commitments
Word family
Forms
commitments
noun
Core family
commit
verb B1
committed
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
uncommitted
adjective
Advanced or less common
noncommittal
adjective
Expressions
level of commitment
1/lˈɛvəl əv kəmˈɪtmənt/
fixed phrase
Degree of dedication shown
How much effort and loyalty someone gives to something.
Examples
- The coach questioned the players’ level of commitment.
- Your level of commitment will decide your success.
long-term commitment
1/lˈɔŋ tˈɚm kəmˈɪtmənt/
fixed phrase
Promise lasting for a long time
A promise or plan that will continue for many years.
Examples
- Buying a house is a long-term commitment.
- Marriage is often seen as a long-term commitment.
make a commitment
1/mˈeɪk ə kəmˈɪtmənt/
fixed phrase
Promise firmly to do something
To decide strongly and promise to do something.
Examples
- She made a commitment to volunteer every month.
- Before signing, he wanted to be sure he could make a commitment.