Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
committal
noun
/kəˈmɪtəl/
Definition
The act of committing or the state of being committed, especially in a legal context.
Examples
- Her committal to a mental health facility was a difficult decision for the family.
- The judge ordered the committal of the defendant until the trial begins.
Meaning
Committal refers to the action of committing someone to a particular situation, often used in the context of legal custody or a court decision.
Synonyms
- commitment
- incarceration
- detention
- confinement
