engagement

/ɑ̃.ɡaʒ.mɑ̃/
1.
nounmasculine

commitment, promise, obligation

prior appointment (a commitment in one's schedule)

Je ne peux pas venir, j'ai déjà un engagement ce soir.

I can't come; I already have a commitment/appointment tonight.

Synonyms:promesse, obligation, rendez‑vous
2.
nounmasculine

active commitment to a cause; activism; dedication

Son engagement associatif lui prend beaucoup de temps.

His involvement in the association takes up a lot of his time.

Synonyms:militantisme, dévouement, implication
3.
nounmasculine

military engagement; clash or action between armed forces

Le dernier engagement entre les forces ennemies a causé de lourdes pertes.

The latest engagement between enemy forces caused heavy losses.

Synonyms:affrontement, combat
engagement - French Definition & Examples