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Wordabulary

commit

Pronunciation
Verb B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

To do something wrong or illegal, or to promise firmly to a plan or relationship.

"He committed to finishing the project by Friday."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

pledge dedicate

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He _____ to finishing the project by Friday."

Answer: commit

In your own words, what does "commit" mean?

To do something wrong or illegal, or to promise firmly to a plan or relationship.

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