uncommitted
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/ˌʌn.kəˈmɪt.ɪd/
not bound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uncommitted' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'committed', which comes from Latin 'committere', meaning 'to entrust'.
Historical Evolution
'committere' transformed into the Old French word 'commettre', and eventually became the modern English word 'commit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to entrust or commit something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not bound to a specific course'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not pledged or bound to a specific course of action or cause.
She remained uncommitted to any political party.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35