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commitment

[/kəˈmɪtmənt/]
nounpl: commitments
compromisso
1. The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or person
Her commitment to education has never wavered.
Seu compromisso com a educação nunca vacilou.
2. An obligation or pledge to do something
He made a commitment to finish the project by Friday.
Ele assumiu um compromisso de terminar o projeto até sexta-feira.
3. The action of committing oneself to something
The commitment of resources to this initiative is significant.
O compromisso de recursos para esta iniciativa é significativo.
NYC Slang
on lock / locked in
Synonyms
dedicationpledgeobligationpromiseundertaking
Antonyms
abandonmentwithdrawalindifference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
compromisso
Most common and widely used term
General Brazilian
comprometimento
Also used, emphasizing the act of committing
Portugal
compromisso
Standard Portuguese usage
Portugal
empenho
Used when emphasizing dedication or effort

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a commitment
fulfill a commitment
break a commitment
live up to one's commitment
take on a commitment
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