The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc. Her commitment to the project was evident in the long hours she worked.
An engagement or obligation that restricts freedom of action. He couldn't attend the party due to a prior commitment.
The company made a commitment to reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next decade.
The act of sending someone to prison or a psychiatric hospital by legal process. The court ordered the commitment of the patient to the state hospital.
The act of committing a crime or offense. The commitment of a serious offense can lead to a prison sentence.
A sum of money or resources pledged or set aside for a specific purpose. The government announced a $2 billion commitment to improving public transportation.