Word COMMIT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

commit

🇺🇸 [kəˈmɪt]

Meanings

To carry out or perform an action or behavior, often one that is deliberate and planned. To commit can also mean to dedicate oneself to a cause or responsibility or to make a firm decision or promise.

Examples

• He decided to commit to a year of volunteer work abroad.
• She committed to finishing the project by the deadline.
• The organization is committed to improving the lives of disadvantaged children.

Synonyms

dedicate • devote • pledge

Antonyms

abandon • neglect • betray