Indebted

/ɪnˈdɛtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Owing money or a favor to someone.

He felt indebted to his parents for their unwavering support during his studies.

In debt; obligated to repay a financial obligation.

After taking out a student loan, she was financially indebted for several years.

Grateful or obliged to someone for a benefit received.

She was indebted to her friend for helping her through a tough time.

Having a moral obligation to someone for a service or help received.

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.

in the red

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

in hock

He’s really in hock after that car purchase.