A noun "commitment" represents the act of putting something in charge, keeping, or trust, such as sending a legislative bill for review or consigning a person to prison or a mental health institution.

A promise or agreement to do something in the future, particularly the act of assuming a financial obligation at a future date.

Being bound emotionally or intellectually to a course of action or to another person or persons.

The trait of sincerity and focused purpose.

Perpetration as in a crime or mistake.

State of being pledged or engaged.

The act of being locked away, such as in an institution for the mentally ill or in jail.