Meaning & Definition of word "Indebted"

Indebted

/ɪnˈdɛtɪd/

1. Owing money or a favor to someone.
- Example: He felt indebted to his parents for their unwavering support during his studies.
2. In debt; obligated to repay a financial obligation.
- Example: After taking out a student loan, she was financially indebted for several years.
3. Grateful or obliged to someone for a benefit received.
- Example: She was indebted to her friend for helping her through a tough time.
4. Having a moral obligation to someone for a service or help received.
- Example: The community was indebted to the volunteers who helped rebuild after the storm.

Middle English, from Old French 'endetter', meaning 'to put in debt'.

indebted to:

having a duty to repay someone for help or a favor.

indebtedness:

the state of being indebted.

deeply indebted:

to feel a strong sense of gratitude or obligation.

debt:

something that is owed or due.

obligation:

a duty or commitment.

Meaning: in the red

Example Sentence: I'm still in the red after that last shopping spree.

Meaning: in hock

Example Sentence: He’s really in hock after that car purchase.