first commitment

noun phrase

UK /fɜːst kəˈmɪtmənt/

US /fɜːrst kəˈmɪtmənt/

Your first commitment is the very first promise you make to do something.

Joining the soccer team was her first commitment of the year.

SYNONYMS

first promise first pledge first vow initial promise first obligation

RELATED WORDS

promise pledge dedication loyalty responsibility

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first time you agree to give your time and effort to a person or group.

His first commitment to the club was to help clean up the park.

3. The first duty you take on when you start something new.

Her first commitment as class monitor was to collect the homework.

4. The first serious promise you make in a relationship or team.

Their first commitment was to always share their toys.