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Definition of recommit

recommit

/ˌriːkəˈmɪt/
re · com · mit
Past Simple:recommitted
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Past Participle:recommitted
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Present Participle:recommitting
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recommit Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To pledge, dedicate, or obligate oneself or resources again to a cause, course of action, or relationship.

Example

"The organization voted to recommit its resources to renewable energy research over the next decade."

2

To refer a legislative bill or matter back to a committee for further consideration or revision.

Example

"The senators moved to recommit the trade bill to the finance committee for additional amendments."

3

To return a person to custody, prison, or a psychiatric institution.

Example

"The judge decided to recommit the defendant after he violated the terms of his parole."

4

To perpetrate or carry out an offense, crime, or error again.

Example

"Without proper rehabilitation, offenders are statistically more likely to recommit similar crimes."

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• Rhymes for recommit

• Nearby Words

recommendably
recommendation
recommender
recommit
recommitment
recompense
recompose

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Recommit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/recommit
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