Comprometida (en. Committed)

/kom.pro.meˈti.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is engaged in a romantic relationship or cause.
She has been committed to her partner for three years.
Ella está comprometida con su pareja desde hace tres años.
That has a moral or ethical commitment.
He is a person committed to the environment.
Es una persona comprometida con el medio ambiente.
That finds itself in a complicated or difficult situation.
The political situation in the country is very delicate.
La situación política del país es muy comprometida.

Etymology

From the Latin compromissum, which means 'what has been promised', related to 'to compromise'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

committed to
To dedicate attention or effort to something.
comprometida con
compromised state
A situation in which difficult decisions must be made.
estado comprometido
to take on a commitment
To accept responsibilities in a relationship or task.
llevar un compromiso

Related Words

commitment
Agreement or responsibility acquired.
compromiso
to compromise
To imply or involve someone in something.
comprometer
compromising
That presents a risk or problem.
comprometedor

Slang Meanings

To be in a serious relationship.
He is committed, he won't go out tonight.
Él está comprometido, no saldrá esta noche.
To find oneself in a problem.
I am in a complicated situation with work.
Estoy en una situación comprometida con el trabajo.