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Word Forms of “Commit”

To promise to do something, or to carry out an action like a crime.

Word Family of Commit

What is the noun of commit? — commitment

commitment

What is the verb of commit? — commit

commit

What is the adjective of commit? — committed

committed

How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence

  • She committed to finishing the project on time. B1
  • The criminal committed theft last week. B1
  • I committed my savings to this investment. B2

Word Form Patterns for Commit

-ment

Adds **-ment** to make a noun naming the result or action of a verb. Example: commit → commitment.

Origin and Word Formation of Commit

From Latin committere (to entrust, deliver).

Common Word Form Mistakes with Commit

Wrong: She committed to go to the meeting.

Correct: She committed to going to the meeting.

After 'commit to', use a gerund (-ing form), not the infinitive.

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Commit

What are the word forms of “commit”?

The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.

What part of speech is “commit”?

“commit” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.

Where does “commit” come from?

From Latin committere (to entrust, deliver).

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