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    Engagement (en. Commitment)

    /ɑ̃ɡaʒəmɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An act by which a person makes a commitment.
    The commitment of volunteers is essential for the success of the project.
    L'engagement des bénévoles est essentiel pour le succès du projet.
    A contract or formal promise.
    He signed a commitment with the company.
    Il a signé un engagement avec l'entreprise.
    A situation where someone is bound by duty.
    His commitment to his family is very strong.
    Son engagement envers sa famille est très fort.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'engager' and the suffix '-ment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    commitment to oneself
    The promise to dedicate oneself to one's own well-being.
    engagement envers soi-même
    to make a commitment
    To make a serious promise.
    prendre un engagement
    civic engagement
    Active participation within society.
    engagement civique

    Related Words

    to engage
    Making a decision to adhere to something.
    engager
    approach
    Engaged process toward an action or outcome.
    démarche
    responsibility
    Obligation to be accountable for one's actions.
    responsabilité

    Slang Meanings

    To commit fully.
    He is really committed to this project.
    Il est vraiment dans son engagement avec ce projet.
    To be all in.
    She is fully engaged in her volunteer commitment.
    Elle est à fond dans son engagement bénévole.