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debt

Transitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: debtspp: indebted

This word carries a heavy psychological weight, often evoking feelings of burden, stress, or moral obligation. While it is frequently used in a cold, financial sense regarding banks and loans, it also functions as a social currency to describe the invisible ties of gratitude and reciprocity between people.

Countable when referring to a specific loan or a single financial obligation (a debt of 50 dollars). Uncountable when referring to the general state of owing money (he is drowning in debt).

Meanings

Noun

An amount of money owed to another person or entity.

"He is struggling to pay off his student debt."

Transitive Verb
[someone][something]

To obligate someone to a certain action or feeling as a result of a favor.

"I am deeply indebted to my mentor for her guidance."

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