Definition

The act of committing someone or something to a particular place, position, or responsibility.

Example

The committal of the assets to the trust was completed last week.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the committal of your belongings when you travel?

Yeah, I always make sure to keep my important stuff safe.

It's interesting how some people just leave everything behind without a second thought about committal.

True, but I guess it really depends on how much they value their things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Committal → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word refers to the act of sending someone or something together into a particular state or place, often used in legal contexts regarding the commitment of a person to a facility or institution.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sending together' — 'com-' means together, and 'mittere' means to send. This helps you remember that committal refers to the act of sending someone into a specific situation or place.

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