indebtedness

noun

in·​debt·​ed·​ness in-ˈde-təd-nəs 

1

: the condition of being indebted

2

: something (such as an amount of money) that is owed

Synonyms

• arrearage
• arrears
• debt
• liability
• liabilities
• obligation
• score

Examples of indebtedness in a Sentence

his total indebtedness exceeded a year's income

Recent Examples on the Web

The city would continue to impose a property tax each year until the taxes collected equal its proportional share of the area's indebtedness, which is $4,076.87, and it's estimated to take two years to pay off. —Ryan Maxin, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Apr. 2024

The filing also outlines various risks and uncertainties, including the need for additional capital, potential delisting from Nasdaq, and the impact of substantial indebtedness. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 18 Nov. 2024

Erick Passo, 36, sued Kingston and his mother over contract and indebtedness in 2010, court records show. —Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2024

The filing also details various financial agreements, including a loan payable to Decathlon and related party indebtedness. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

indebtedness

noun

in·​debt·​ed·​ness

1

: the condition of being indebted

2

: something that is owed