CEFR B2

indebted

adjective

Meaning

Feeling or showing gratitude for a service or favor received, often to the point of owing someone something in return.

Examples

I am forever indebted to my parents for their unwavering support.
The charity is indebted to its many volunteers for their tireless work.

Synonyms: grateful, obliged, beholden, thankful

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indebted (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdetɪd/

Definition

Feeling or showing gratitude for a service or favor received, often to the point of owing someone something in return.

Examples

I am forever indebted to my parents for their unwavering support.
The charity is indebted to its many volunteers for their tireless work.
He felt indebted to his mentor for the career opportunities he provided.

How to Use indebted

indebted to someone (prepositional phrase): Feeling gratitude or owing something to a person. — "We are indebted to the local community for their support."
indebted for something (prepositional phrase): Owing gratitude or a debt because of a specific thing received. — "He was indebted for the scholarship that allowed him to study."

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