committed

adjective

com·​mit·​ted kə-ˈmi-təd 

1

: placed in confinement (as in a mental institution)

committed patients

2

: having made a pledge or commitment to someone (such as a romantic partner) or something (such as a cause)

committed partners

a committed parent/teacher

strongly committed to the fight for equal rights

also : characterized by such a pledge or commitment

two people in a committed relationship

Examples of committed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Original films require committed and laser-bespoke marketing campaigns, while the motion picture industry’s overall problem going forward in what’s expected to be a normal 2025 is bringing back former frequent moviegoers who’ve changed their habits entirely in a post-pandemic streaming laden world. —Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025

The leader remained committed to his post amid a vote of no confidence for French Prime Minister Michel Barnier earlier this month, leaving a hole in the ranks. —Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 31 Dec. 2024

The [associate editors] have been equally loyal and committed. —Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024

From its committed performances, high-octane farcical tone and energetic staging by Sam Pinkleton, Oh, Mary! proves its Escola’s world. —Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing committed

• committed relationship