indebted
/ɪnˈdetɪd/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #5727 in the learning path
感激的；感恩的
Definitions
adj. Grateful to someone for help or support.
感激的；感恩的
adj. Owing money to a person or organisation.
负债的
Example
I am deeply indebted to you for your kindness.
你的好意令我深深感激。
Heavily indebted countries may struggle to invest adequately in public healthcare and education.
负债累累的国家可能难以充分投资公共医疗和教育。
Collocations
- deeply indebted to
- indebted to someone for
- heavily indebted
Word family
- debt (n.)
- indebtedness (n.)
Synonyms
- grateful
- thankful
Antonyms
- ungrateful
Usage tip
be indebted to sb for sth表示因某事感激某人。
FAQ
- What does indebted mean?
- Grateful to someone for help or support. Owing money to a person or organisation.
- How is indebted pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈdetɪd/, US /ɪnˈdetɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
