Dictionary-enhanced word family
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
What is the verb of commit? — commit
What is the adjective of commit? — 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).